Linear Technology LINEARCOM3000 LC3.IRTX User manual

Linear Technologie • 11 rue du Puits Rochefort • 42 100 Saint-Etienne
Tél: [phone] • Fax: [phone] • www.lineartech.fr V.2017
DIGITAL INFRARED CONTROLLER LC3.IRTX
Operation manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Safety operation
2. System introduction
3. Digital infrared radiator
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1. SAFETY OPERATION
Firstly, thank you very much for using LINEARCOM3000 conference system. To make sure
safety of equipment and user, please read this safety instruction carefully before installing
and using and operate seriously according to this manual. Also please keep this safety
instruction for future reference. Notices are as below :
1. Wiring during installation must follow national electric safety standards, national reproong
regulations and all related local regulations.
2. Protect the power cord from being walked on and do not stack things on the power cord,
particularly at plugs.
3. To make sure earth wire connecting well. Do not use 2 - pin plugs. Power supply : 220V
50 Hz.
4. Power supply cords :
- America, Japan : AC 110V ~ 120V 60 Hz
- Asia, Europe : AC 220V ~ 240V 50 Hz
5. The packaging of equipment is designed for protecting 1.5 meters dropping but please
prevent from stress and shocking during transportation, installation and storing.
6. Do not place the system equipments on too cold or too hot room.
7. Keep good ventilation to protect the machine.
8. Unplug the system during wet weather or when unused for long periods of time.
9. Must unplug the equipment before below operations :
- Taking down or resetting any part on machine
- Reconnecting any plug in system
10. Do not disassemble or maintain the product by non-authorized personnel to avoid
accident or damage. Warning label is as below :
11. Prevent from any chemicals or liquid.
12. Please check all the connections completely before turning on. Check the set-up of main
unit before usage.
13. If you nd top warning label on product, it means : Do not open the machine cover to
avoid electric shock. Also please do not place the useless part in the case. Any trouble,
please contact with the authorized personnel.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of insulated
dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may present
a risk of electric shock
This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with
the equipment
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Brief introduction
LINEARCOM3000 is a series product of digital infrared language distribution system. It uses
both digital infrared audio transmitting and control technique and an IR digital infrared chip.
They own LINEARCOM3000’s intellectual property. IRRC08 can be used in simultaneous
interpretation systems for multi-language conferences.
In simultaneous interpretation systems, the interpreter translates the speaker’s speech, the
translated audio transmits through the conference venue by modulated infrared radiation
and the delegates listen to wanted language by infrared receiver via earphone.
The system can also be used for other audio signal distribution occasions, such as urgent
mode, free mode audio signal output.
This system is compliant to IEC 61603-7 (international standard of digital infrared transmission)
and IEC60914 (conference systems-electrical and audio requirements, same as domestic
standard GB/T 15381-94), moreover, it is compatible with other IR systems, compliant to
IEC 61603-7. Parts of IEC 61603 are used in this manual for a better understanding of both
theory and technique of the system.
2. SYSTEM INTRODUCTION

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System composition
The system consists of a number (N) of audio sources, either analogue or digital, which are
connected to a transmitter. The transmitter processes the audio signals into an electrical
output to feed the infrared radiator. The infrared signal is received by the infrared receiver
that processes the signal and outputs an audio signal and/or associated data.
System radiation signal
IRR25 uses high frequency carrier signals (typically 2~8 MHz) to prevent interference by
modern light sources. Fully digital audio processing guarantees a constant high audio quality.
The signal processing in the main unit consists of the following main steps :
1. Code : Each analogue audio channel is converted to a digital signal; the digital signals are
compressed to increase the amount of information that can be distributed on each carrier
(compression ratio is related to required audio quality); groups of up to 4 digital signals are
combined into a digital information steam. Extra fault algorithm information is added. This
information is used by the receivers for fault detection and correction.
2. Modulation : A high frequency carrier signal is phase-modulated with the digital information
stream by digital wireless base station digital modulation technique.
3. Filter
4. Magnify
5. Radiation : Up to 8 modulated carrier signals are combined and sent to the IR radiators,
which convert the carrier signals to modulated infrared light.
In the IR receivers, a reverse processing is used to convert the modulated infrared light to
separate digital audio channels.

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Carriers
System is transmitting within the 2 ~ 8 MHz frequency band. It can transmit up to 8 di󰀨erent
carrier signals (depending on the transmitter type) Carriers 0 to 5 are according to IEC
61603-7.
Aspects of infrared distribution
A good digital infrared language distribution system ensures that all delegates in a conference
venue receive the distributed signals without disturbance. This is achieved by using enough
and well positioned radiators, so that uniform IR signal with adequate strength can be
received at any place of the conference venue.
When planning an infrared distribution system several aspects inuencing the uniformity and
quality of the infrared signal should be considered. These are discussed in the next sections.
Ambient lighting
IRRC08 can be operated without any problem even if uorescent lamps (with or without
electronic ballast or dimming facility) such as TL lamps or energy saving lamps are switched
on.
For venues with large, unscreened windows, more radiators should be added. For outdoor
use, a site test will be required to determine the required amount of radiators. With su󰀩cient
radiators, the receivers will work well, even in bright sunlight.
Objects, surfaces and reections
Just like visible light, infrared radiation is reected from hard surfaces and refracted by
hyaloid (glassy or transparent appearance) objects. Both objects in the conference venue
and structure of the walls and ceilings will inuence the distribution of infrared light.
Infrared radiation is reected from almost all hard surfaces. Smooth, bright or shiny surfaces
reect well. Dark or rough surfaces absorb a large part of the infrared energy. Normally
surfaces opaque to visible light are also opaque to infrared radiation. Shadows from walls
and furniture will inuence the transmission of infrared light. This can be solved by using a
su󰀩cient quantity of radiators. They should be positioned in a manner to provide an infrared
eld strong enough to cover the whole conference area. Take care not to direct radiators
towards uncovered windows, or most of this radiation will be lost.

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The direction and sensitivity of receiver unit
The sensitivity of a receiver is at its best when it is aimed directly towards a radiator. To
minimize the disadvantage of this aspect, IRRC08 receiver adopts an ingenious structural
design with peculiar 270° ultra wide angle to get perfect IR capture and sound quality at any
disposition.
The coverage area of radiator
The number of transmitted carriers and the output power of the radiator determine the
coverage area of a radiator. The total radiation energy of a radiator is distributed over
transmitted carriers. The coverage area becomes proportionally smaller if more carriers are
used. The receiver requires a strength of the IR signal of 4 mW / m2 per carrier to work well
(resulting in an 80 dB S/N ratio for uninterrupted audio channels)
The cross section of the 3 dimensional radiation with the reception level of participants is
the footprint (the dark grey area in gure 2.9 to gure 2.10) In this area, the direct signal is
strong enough to ensure proper reception when the receiver is directed towards the radiator.
The size and position of the footprint depends on the mounting height and the angle of the
radiator.
Area contrast of di󰀨erent installation height Area contrast between 15º and 45º to the ceiling
Positioning the radiators
Because infrared radiation can reach a receiver directly and / or via di󰀨used reections, it’s
important to take this into consideration when installing the radiators. For best reception
quality, receivers should pick up direct infrared radiation. In addition reections will improve
the signal reception. In big conference halls, infrared signal will be blocked by the people in
front of the receiver. For that reason the radiator should be installed at an appropriate height,
usually not below 2.5 meters.
For concentrically arranged conference venues, radiators located high up and faced to the
center from every angle can cover the area very e󰀩ciently. If the direction of the receiver
changes, e.g. changing seat direction, the radiators can be installed in the corners of the
room.
In the case the seating is always directed towards the IR emitting source, there are no
radiators needed at the back.

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If the path of the infrared signals is blocked, e.g. under balconies, at least one additional
radiator is needed to cover the ‘shaded’ area.
Overlapped footprints and multi-path e󰀨ect
If footprints of two radiators overlap, the total coverage area maybe larger than the sum of
the two separate footprints. In an area with overlap e󰀨ect, the individual radiation signals of
two radiators are added, resulting in an increase of the radiation intensity, larger than the
required intensity.
However, due to the di󰀨erences in the delays of the signals from two or more radiators,
the signals may cancel out each other (multi-path e󰀨ect). In a worst-case situation, loss of
reception at some positions (black spots) may be the consequence.

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Increased coverage area caused by added
radiation power
Reduced coverage area caused by
di󰀨erences in cable signal delay
The lower the carrier frequency, the less susceptible the receiver is for di󰀨erences in signal
delays.
The signal delays can be compensated by adjusting the delay compensation switches on
the radiators.
Infrared controller is the heart of the system. Up to 32 unbalanced audio signals can be
accepted (under combination mode) It can either be connected to interpretation controller
or through conference system controller and other discussion and interpretation systems or
be used as a stand-alone system for distributing external audio signals. IRTX is suitable for
either tabletop or 19 inch rack mounting using. Four feet (for tabletop) and two brackets (for
rack mounting) are supplied.
Function and feature
• Adopt full digital conference technology, compliant to IEC61603-7 and IEC 60914
international standard.
• 2.8 inch LCD and panel navigation keyboard, could setup menu.
• Adopt 2-8 MHz, infrared receiver will not be disturbed by high frequency driving light
source.
• Compatible with the infrared simultaneous interpretation system which is compliant to
IEC61603-7.
• 4CH, 8CH, 16CH, 32CH audio channels.
• Could adjust the sensitivity of each audio input.
• 6 channels high frequency output connectors (BNC), which is used to connect infrared
radiator.
• New digital lock function, totally stop outside disturbing and wiretapping.
3. DIGITAL INFRARED CONTROLLER

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• Many work modes, suitable for di󰀨erent situation.
• Conference mode : Receivers could receive independence channel signal 2U.
• Emergency mode : All receivers could receive exterior alarm signal.
• Free mode : All receivers could receive exterior music signal.
• 2U international standard design could be put in 19 inch rack cabinet.
• Dimension : 432 x 350 x 90 mm.
• Color : Dark, grey.
• Weight : 8 kg.
Technical parameter of digital infrared receiver
Channel 32 CH
Modulation mode Digital wireless base station
Carrier frequency 2-8 MHz
Frequency respond 30-20000 Hz
Distortion <0.2%
SNR >90 dB
Working voltage AC 110 / 220V
Input level 2V p-p
Output impedance 75 Ohm
Emergency audio input RCA socket x2
Free audio input RCA socket x2
Digital signal output BNC socket x6
LCD display 2.8 inch display
Dimension 432 x 90 x 350 mm
Weight 8 kg
Color Black, grey
Installation 19 inch rack cabinet
Function and interface instruction of infrared main unit panel
1. Mounting hole of 19 inch rack cabinet
2. Front panel, aluminium alloy
3. LCD display, can adjust lightness and
contrast
4. Five-dimensional operation, control keys
5. Power switch with power indicator light
6. Mounting hole of 19 inch rack cabinet

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1. Interface of power line : Plug in AC 100
~ 120V, 8A / AC 220 ~ 240V, 4A 50 ~ 60 Hz
power supply
2. TX I---TX VI : 6 channels infrared
radiator interface (adopt coaxial cable BNC
connector)
3. URGENT mode / FREE mode : Urgent
mode audio output / free mode audio output
4. FREE mode : Free mode audio output
5. MEETING mode : Conference channel
audio selection (CH00---CH15) match with
interpretation main unit channel (4 channels
is CH00-CH03 / 8 channels is CH00-CH07 /
32 channels is CH-00-CH31)
Connection
Typical system connection includes :
1) To interpretation conference system
2) To digital conference system
3) To external audio sources
4) To emergency signal input
5) To free mode audio input
To interpretation conference system
Interpretation system controller can be connected via audio input on infrared controller.

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To digital conference system
Interpretation system controller can be connected via audio input on infrared controller.
Interpretation controller has auto-editing number, connection checking, online list display
functions.
To external audio sources
System controller has up to 32 channels audio input (depends on controller type) for
connecting to external unbalanced audio sources (such as other brand conference systems)
or for music distribution. Audio signal inputs via audio signal connector.
To emergency signal input
Infrared controller has 1 emergency audio input, which is used for connecting emergency
signal input. If there is emergency audio signal input, it can switch the meeting mode to
emergency mode.

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To free mode audio input
Infrared controller has 1 free mode audio input which is used for music audio signal input.
Conguration and operation
Infrared main unit can be set up via menu on LCD display and 5 dimensional keys. Below
are detailed operations.
1. Menu / conrm
2. Four-dimensional key” left”
3. Four-dimensional key” up”
4. Four-dimensional key” right”
5. Four-dimensional key” down”
After switching on main unit. It starts initialization, then display the current state.
Standby interface after initialization, the main unit enter into standby interface.

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Working modes
There are 3 working modes in main unit : Meeting mode, urgent mode and free mode. You
can set up on standby interface directly. Press left key to enter urgent mode; press right key
to enter meeting mode; press down key to enter free mode.
URGENT MODE MEET MODE FREE MODE
Input volume
Press MENU/CONFIRM on panel to enter into system input volume adjustment menu. It can
adjust the volume of system inputs (from -8 to + 8)
System main menu
Press MENU/CONFIRM key on standby interface to enter below menu.
Screen setup : Setup brightness and contrast of infrared main unit LCD screen.
Note : System displays English, or you can book more languages.

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Channel shielding : Setup the number of output channel. For example, 16-channel
controller can be set to 4, 8, 12 or 16 channels. Shown as below, 16 channels controller will
display as 4 channels output on the “conference model” of start menu when the channel
shielding is set to 4-channel open.
Note : Channel shielding function have downward compatibility. For example, 16 channels
can be shielded to 12, 8, and 4 channels output, 8 channels can be shielded to 4 channels
output.
System setup : Setup starting-up voltage and delay time of urgent audio input under
meeting mode.
Note : Starting-up voltage parameter of urgent audio input is 1---99, delay time is 1---99. If
you don’t need, you can choose “None” as top right photo.
Help : Check system edition information and set up the volume of all the channels.
Note : It can display channels and edition information of infrared language distribution
system on HELP. On this interface, if you press “right key 5 times”, you can adjust input
volume of system channels, such as top right photo.
Exit menu : Exit system menu.

Linear Technologie • 11 rue du Puits Rochefort • 42 100 Saint-Etienne
Tél: [phone] • Fax: [phone] • www.lineartech.fr