Lightspeed TOPCAT User manual

User Manual
Classroom Audio System
TOPCAT

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use the 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 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. Use only with a 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-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.
15. When the mains plug or
appliance coupler is used as
the disconnect device, it shall
remain readily accessible.
16. Please keep the unit in a good
ventilation environment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONT’D
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To avoid potential equipment damage and/or serious injury, READ AND
FOLLOW all safety precautions when installing the TOPCAT. WARNINGS are
included throughout the procedural steps in this guide, and are repeated below
for emphasis.
• USE A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN FOR POWER CONNECTIONS. The
TOPCAT system uses standard 100 – 240VAC power. Obtain the services of
a licensed electrician when supplying and connecting power to the ceiling
enclosure. BE SURE electrical installation complies with local building
codes. Improperly installing and/or connecting power to the system may
result in EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, serious INJURY and/or DEATH.
• DO NOT INSTALL ALONE. The ceiling enclosure weighs approximately 20
lbs (9 kg), and requires at least two people to install. DO NOT install alone.
• USE SUITABLE LADDERS. use proper ladders or support platforms when
installing the TOPCAT enclosure. DO NOT stand on chairs, tables, or other
unsuitable surfaces.
• SUPPORT THE CEILING ENCLOSURE PROPERLY. DO NOT allow the
full weight of the ceiling enclosure to rest on the tile grid of the ceiling.
The ceiling enclosure is designed to be suspended at TWO POINTS by
suspension wires (secured to rafters or other suitable building structure) and
to rest LIGHTLY on the tile grid.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: 2 Important Safety Instructions
Overview 6 System Components and Unpacking
7 Optional Components
Controls & Connections
9TOPCAT Side Panel
10 Media Connector
12 REDMIKE VC
13 Cradle Charger
SECTION 2: 14 1. Turn the System On
Daily Operation 15 2. Operating the REDMIKE VC
16 3. Charging the REDMIKE VC
17 4. Using the Media Connector
18 5. Audio Integration
19 6. Tips to Obtain Optimum Audio
Performance
SECTION 3: REDMIKE Share
Daily Operation 20 Controls & Connectios
21 Charging
22 Initial Set-up
22 PageFirst Interface
23 Amplifying External Audio Equipment
24 Output to Assistive Listening Device (ALD)
SECTION 4: 25 Common Problems and Solutions
Troubleshooting 26 TOPCAT and Media Connector Registration
27 Set-up and Operation of the REDMIKE VC
and TOPCAT
SECTION 5: 28 Five-Year Limited Warranty
Warranty, Safety 29 Safety Warnings & Certifications
& Specifications 30 Précautions de Sécurité et Certifications
31 Declarations of Conformity
32 System Specifications

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1. Overview 2. Daily Operation 3. Optional
Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety
& Specifications
SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND UNPACKING
The standard configuration of the TOPCAT®will contain:
Cradle Charger and
Power Supply
REDMIKE® VC
Volume Control
Microphone
TOPCAT
Media Connector
and Power Supply
SECTION 1:
OVERVIEW

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1. Overview 2. Daily Operation 3. Optional
Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety
& Specifications
SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND UNPACKING
CONT’D
Audio Cable Kit
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS
Optional equipment which may be part of your TOPCAT system:
REDMIKE® Share
Handheld Mic &
Charger Cable
DC Extension Cable
Hardware for optional
wall-mounting of
Media Connector
and ISR

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1. Overview 2. Daily Operation 3. Optional
Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety
& Specifications
Standard Components (U.S. and Canada)
TC TOPCAT all-in-one ceiling mount system
24V-2.5-NA 24V/2.5A power supply for TOPCAT
RMV REDMIKE VC microphone with battery
NH2A27 AA NiMH rechargeable sensing battery for REDMIKE
AC-RMLC2 REDMIKE lavaliere cord
RMCC REDMIKE cradle charger
5V-1.0-NA 5V/1.0A power supply
MC Media Connector with power supply
MSC3535 3.5mm to 3.5mm stereo audio cable
CA-AD-RCA2-35 Dual RCA jack – 3.5mm stereo plug adapter
Standard Components (Outside U.S. and Canada)
TC-1881 TOPCAT all-in-one ceiling mount system
24V-2.5-__ 24V/2.5A power supply for TOPCAT (specify country)
RMV REDMIKE VC microphone with battery
NH2A27 AA NiMH rechargeable sensing battery for REDMIKE
AC-RMLC2 REDMIKE lavaliere cord
RMCC-INT REDMIKE cradle charger (universal plug attachments)
5V-1.0-INT 5V/1.0A power supply (universal plug attachments)
MC-1881 Media Connector with power supply
MSC3535 3.5mm to 3.5mm stereo audio cable
CA-AD-RCA2-35 Dual RCA jack – 3.5mm stereo plug adapter
Optional Accessories
RMS REDMIKE Share handheld microphone w/battery pack
NH2APK AA Rechargeable battery (REDMIKE Share)
TK250M Noise-canceling headset microphone
TCC7 Charging cable for REDMIKE Share
RCA6 6’ dual RCA audio cable
RCA24 24’ dual RCA audio cable
MMC2535 Audio patch cable (2.5 mm mono to 3.5 mm mono)
DCPEX-__ 50’ plenum rated DC Power cable kit (specify country)
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Equipment which may be part of your TOPCAT:

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1. Overview 2. Daily Operation 3. Optional
Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety
& Specifications
TOPCAT SIDE PANEL CONTROLS AND
CONNECTIONS
1. CH A VOLUME: Controls the
volume level for microphone set
to channel A. It is preset at the
factory to its 11 o’clock position.
Turn clockwise to increase volume
or counter clockwise to decrease
volume.
2. CH B VOLUME: Controls the
volume level for microphone set
to channel B. It is preset at the
factory to its 11 o’clock position.
Turn clockwise to increase volume
or counter clockwise to decrease
volume.
3. AUX POWER INPUT
CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL):
For use during installations where
AC power is not available in the
ceiling. Accepts 24VDC, 2.5A
connector from an external power
supply.
4. PAGEFIRST INPUT AND ADJUST:
Connect the input from optional
PageFirst sensor when interfacing
with the building’s paging system.
Use the ADJ control to adjust the
sensitivity if needed.
5. REGISTRATION BUTTON: This
button is used to synchronize
the TOPCAT with the Media
Connector.
24V 2.5A
Paging Input Microphone
Registration
ADJ CH B CH A
SIDE VIEW
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1. Overview 2. Daily Operation 3. Optional
Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety
& Specifications
AUDIO
IN
VOLUME
AUDIO
1
AUDIO
2
AUDIO
3
AUDIO
4
1.0A5V
1. POWER CABLE INPUT: Plug the
power supply (5V/1.0A) into this
jack.
2. FOUR AUDIO INPUTS: Connect
standard audio devices to any
of the 3.5mm stereo inputs. A
provided cable allows connectivity
to RCA stereo outputs common on
DVD players and televisions
3. VOLUME CONTROL: Controls
the output volume of the media
connector.
MEDIA CONNECTOR CONTROLS
AND CONNECTIONS
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