Hollyland Solidcom C1 HUB8S User manual

Hollyland Solidcom C1 HUB8SV1.0.0

IntroductionThank you for purchasing Hollyland Full-duplex Wireless Intercom System.The Solidcom C1 HUB8S includes eight single-sided remote wireless headsets along with eight rechargeable batteries, a charger, a HUB base with wired headset, and accessories. It is a full-duplex wireless DECT intercom system engineered to provide clear audio and all-day wearing comfort in a true-wireless design with no beltpack required. The system operates in the 1.9GHz band, providing a reliable transmission range up to 1000ft (350m) radius (LOS). This Quick Guide will guide you through the installation and use of the equipment.

Solidcom C1 - HUB8S Headset Intercom Package①HUB Base 1 x②Remote Headset (with blue nameplate) 8 x④ Charging Case 1 x⑩High-gain Antennas 4 x③ 3.5mm HUB Headset (with red nameplate) 1x⑦ 12V/2A DC Adapter 2 x⑨ USB Type-A to Type-C Cable 1 x⑧Over-ear Cushion 9 x⑪ Storage Case 1 x⑫ Quick Guide 1 x⑬ Warranty Card 1 xNote: The amount of the items listed above depends on the edition.⑤①②③⑥⑦⑧⑨④⑥Microphone Cushion 9 xPacking List1

Product Interfaces①HUB Headset Volume Knob②Display④LEFT Arrow Key③UP Arrow KeyHUB Base InterfacesA⑤Menu/Confirm Button - Long press to enter the main menu/press once to confirm⑥DOWN Arrow Key⑦RIGHT Arrow Key⑧Join/Exit Group A Button for the 3.5mm HUB Headset - The indicator turns off when the HUB Headset exit Group A’s conversation, and turns on in orange after joining in⑨ 3.5mm Headphone Jack⑩Join/Exit Group B Button for the 3.5mm HUB Headset - The indicator turns off when the HUB Headset exit Group B’s conversation, and turns on in orange after joining inA⑫ANNOUNCE Button - Press and hold the button while making an ANNOUNCE, release the button when finished⑭Power Switch⑬RF Antenna Interface⑮DC Power Interface⑯ PGM Audio Input Interface⑰2-wire Audio Input & Output Interface⑱ RJ45 Network Port⑲4-wire Audio Input & Output Interface (RJ45 network socket)⑳ UAC InterfaceNP-F Battery Bay①②③④⑤⑥⑦
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⑪USB Interface V-Mount/G-Mount Battery Plate (Subject to the actual product you purchased)2

Product Interfaces134567① Power/Connection Indicator② Microphone⑨ Power Button③ USB Type-C Interface - For firmware upgrade, and headset pairingHeadset InterfacesB⑤ Volume + Button⑥ Volume - Button⑦ A Button - Lights up when joined Group A, turns off when exited Group A; Long press for 5 seconds to pair⑧ B Button - Lights up when joined Group B, turns off when exited Group B④ Battery Compartment⑩ SpeakerB289103

Product Interfaces① Charging Indicator Orange: Charging in progress Green: Fully charged② Charging ContactCharging Case Interfacesc②③①c③DC Charging Interface4

Quick Start GuideSet Up HUB BaseInstall the HUB antennas.Power Up HUB BaseConnect the 12V/2A DC Adapter to the HUB base.Press the Power Switch to turn on.Note: The HUB Base can be powered using NP-F battery, V-Mount/G-Mount battery, or DC power supply.5

Quick Start GuideInstall Headset BatteryTurn On HeadsetNote: The indicator light stops flashing and turns to static green when the HUB Base and the Remote Headset(s) are successfully connected.Mute/Unmute MicrophoneMute/Unmute the headset’s microphone by moving the mic boom up/down.1.Move the mic boom up to the MUTE position that makes a CLICK sound, and the HUB Base’s interface displays "MUTE" corresponding to the headset status.2.Move the mic boom down to the TALK position that makes a CLICK sound, and the HUB Base’s interface displays "TALK" corresponding to the headset status.
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The device is now ready for use.MUTETALK6Step 1: Slide the battery compartment cover lockStep 2: Open the coverStep 3: Place the battery into the compartment and close the battery coverNameplatePower SwitchPower up the Headset

①HUB Base configuration - Master/Slave②HUB Base battery levelHUB Base Main Display Interfaces③Headset signal strength④Headset battery level - turns red in low battery⑤Headset number⑥Headset status TALK: Headset is active to hear and talk MUTE: Headset is muted to hear only LOST: Headset lost connection with HUB Base⑦Network connection status⑧ WiFi status①②③④⑤⑥
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Quick Start GuideHeadset Status Indicator①FLASH GREEN: Headset disconnected②STATIC GREEN: Headset connection successful③FLASH RED: Low battery, please change the batteryPairing OperationThe HUB Base and Remote Headsets that come in one system package will auto pair up right out of box. Manual pairing is only required when there is a need for adding or changing headset or HUB base to the system.Connect the HUB Base and the Headset with a USB-C Cable.Pairing requires a USB-C cable.Connect one end to the USB interface on the HUB Base’s front panel, and the other end to the USB-C interface of the headset. The HUB Base screen will display the Select Number interface. Locate the designed headset number with the arrow keys, and press the round Menu/Confirm Button to complete number setting and pairing.8

Quick Start GuideHeadset(s) Number Setting via HUB BaseWhen re-pairing and numbering the headset, be sure to turn on all the headsets to avoid selecting duplicate numbers, which may lead to connection failure with other headsets.In case of wrong numbering of a headset, simply connect it to the HUB with the USB cable and operate the pairing and numbering process again.Cascade ConnectionsMultiple sets can be cascaded to expand the number of headsets. The Solidcom C1 HUB Base supports two cascading methods, 4-wire analog and IP digital signal cascading. 4-wire analog mode is generally used in cascading connections of 2 sets, and the IP digital signal cascade for 3 sets. If more than 3 sets are cascaded, it is recommended Two Systems Cascade via 4-Wire InterfaceUse a standard network cable to connect two HUB bases through the 4W interface. The network cable is generally up to 300 meters long. 9

Quick Start Guide4 Wire SettingsAfter connecting the two systems with the network cable, configure each HUB Base’s line sequence by entering "4 Wire Settings" and selecting "Line sequence switching". Set the first HUB Base to “Standard mode” and the second HUB Base to “Cross mode”.Enter 4 Wire menu, and select Line sequence switchingSet to Standard modeHUB❶ 4 Wire SettingsHUB❷Enter 4 Wire menu, and select Line sequence switchingSet to Cross mode 4 Wire Settings10Two Systems Cascade via IP NetworkUse a standard network cable to connect the two systems through the RJ45 network port. Either one of the two RJ45 network ports on the HUB works.The network cable is generally up to 300 meters long.300m network cableHUB Display Interfaces

Quick Start GuideHUB SettingsAfter connecting the two systems with the network cable, configure each HUB Base’s basic settings as Master or Slave device. Generally, the first system is set as Master Device, and the second one as Slave Device.In this case, you need to turn OFF the “Obtain IP address automatically” under “Network” settings on both the HUB Bases. HUB Display Interfaces Enter Network menu, and set the Obtain IP address automatically to OFFEnter Master and Slave menu, and select Master DeviceHUB ❶Network SettingsHUB❷ Enter Network menu, and set the Obtain IP address automatically to OFFEnter Master and Slave menu, and select Slave Device Network Settings Tap Scan to enter. The screen will display the Master Devices IP address. Use the Arrow Key to locate the IP address, and press Confirm.11Three Systems Cascade via IP NetworkCascade Connection MethodWhen cascading three systems, it is recommended to use the IP network connection. Set the first system's HUB to Master Device and the second and third HUBs to Slave Device.Network cableNetwork cable

Quick Start GuideGroup SettingsThe HUB Base supports A and B grouping settings. You can view the system’s current group setting by entering the Group menu on the HUB. To operate group settings, connect the computer and the HUB via the RJ45 interface using the network cable, and enter the Group settings menu. Or download the Solidcom APP on the mobile phone and connect to the HUB through WiFi to access the Group settings menu.Check Group Settings on HUBHUB Display InterfacesViewing method:Operate Grouping via ComputerEnter the “Network” menu on the HUB, and select “Wired network settings” to view the HUB’s default IP Address, User Name and Password.Use a network cable to connect the computer and the HUB via the RJ45 network port. Set the IP address of the computer as [192.168.218.xxx], and the default IP address of the HUB as [192.168.218.10]Long press the Menu/Confirm Button to enter the Group settings menu 12

Quick Start GuideOpen the browser on the computer and visit http://192.168.218.10 to enter the configuration page of the HUB.A & B Group Buttons on Headset(s)After entering Group setting on the HUB, the A and B Buttons on the connected headset will light up. The buttons light status indicates which group the headset has joined. Press the A or B Button on the headset to Join/Enter the corresponding group.A and B Button Light StatusStatusLight ONWhen the A or B Button lights ON, it indicates the headset has joined the corresponding group and can converse with the other headset(s) in the same group. Light OFFWhen the A or B Button lights OFF, it indicates the headset has exited the corresponding group.
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Parameters14Range350m (1000ft) Line-of-SightFrequency InformationFrequency band: 1.9GHz DECT (varies by country and region)Modulation mode: GFSKTransmit power: <21dBm (125.9mW) (varies by country and region)Receiving sensitivity: <-90dBmTransmission LatencyBattery Capacity700mAh (2.66Wh) Li-Ion battery Headset RuntimeRemote headset: ≈10hCharging Time≈2.5hFrequency ResponseSignal-to-Noise RatioDistortionMicrophone TypeElectretMaximum Input Sound Pressure Level ElectretOutput Sound Pressure LevelHUB Base Netweight≈1300g (antennas excluded)Net Weight≈170g (batteries included)Temperature RangeWorking status: 0~+45℃Storage status: -20~+60℃Note: The frequency band and transmit power varies by country and region.＜35ms150Hz~7kHz＞55dB＜1％Typical 98±3dBSPL(at94dBSPL1kHz)

15Safety PrecautionsDo not place the headsets near or inside heating devices (including but not limited to microwave ovens,inductioncookers,electric ovens,electric heaters,pressure cookers, water heaters, gas stoves) to prevent the battery from overheating and exploding.Never use non-original charging cases, cables and batteries with the product.The use of non-original spare parts may cause electric shock, fire, explosion or other dangers.SupportIf you encounter any problems in using the product or need any help, please contact Hollyland Support Team via the following ways:If encounter any problems in using the product or need any help,please follow these ways to get more technical support:Hollyland Products User Group HollylandTech[email protected]www.hollyland-tech.comHollylandTech

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FCC Requirement Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference.(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: The device has been tested and comply with FCC SAR limits. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, 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 help.