Revolabs xTag 02-DSKSYS-D Owner's manual

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Revolabs xTag™
Wireless Microphone System
Models 02-DSKSYS-D, 04-DSKSYSEU-D
Revolabs, Inc.
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Revolabs, Inc.
© 2007 REVOLABS, INC. All rights reserved. No part o this
document may be reproduced in any orm or by any means
without express written permission rom Revolabs, Inc.
Product speci ications are subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents
Safety and General Information.....................................................1
Introduction ....................................................................................4
System Components .....................................................................5
Revolabs xTag™ Charger Base ....................................................5
Mute Button ...............................................................................6
USB Connection........................................................................6
Installing the xTag USB System ....................................................6
Computer Software Set-up........................................................6
Revolabs xTag™ Wireless Microphone ......................................11
Using the xTag Microphone ....................................................11
Charging the Batteries.............................................................14
When to Charge ......................................................................14
Setting the Broadcast Power Level .........................................15
Pairing the Microphone to the Charger Base ..........................16
Warranty ......................................................................................17
LED Status Indications ................................................................18
Revolabs xTag™ System Specifications.....................................19
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Safety and General Information
This section contains important in ormation regarding
sa e and e icient operation, and declarations o
required certi ication / regulation compliance. Please
read this in ormation prior to using your Revolabs
xTag™ wireless microphone system.
FCC User Information
FCC Registration Number: 0014898290
FCC ID Number: T5V02DSKSYS Revolabs Charger
FCC ID Number: T5V01EXEMIC Revolabs Microphone
FCC Notice to Users
Users are not permitted to make changes or modify the equipment in any
way. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Revolabs, Inc.
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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Radiation Exposure Statement
Important: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Industry Canada Notice to Users
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause interference and (2) This device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device
Ref IC: RSS 210 Sec. 5.11. The term “IC:” before the
certification/registration number only signifies that registration was
performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry
Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry
Canada approved the equipment. See Ref IC Self-Marking 6(f) and RSP-
100 Sec. 4.
IC ID Number: 6455A-02DSKSYS Revolabs Charger
IC ID Number: 6455A-01EXEMIC Revolabs Microphone
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Restricted use with certain medical devices
Hearing Aids
Some devices may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such
interference, you may want to consult with your hearing aid manufacturer
to discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of
your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your
physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Export Law Assurances
This product is controlled under the export regulations of the United States
of America and Canada. The Governments of the United States of
America and Canada may restrict the exportation or re-exportation of this
product to certain destinations.
For further information contact the U.S. Department of Commerce or the
Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. The use
of wireless devices and their accessories may be prohibited or restricted in
certain areas. Always obey the laws and regulations on the use of these
products.
02-DSKSYS North America UPCS Usage Restriction
Due to the UPCS frequencies used, this product is licensed for operation
only in the United States of America and Canada.
04-DSKSYSEU European Union Usage Restriction
Due to the frequencies used, this product is licensed for operation only in
the European Union countries.

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European Compliance
This equipment has been approved in accordance with Council Directive
1999/5/EC “Radio Equipment and telecommunications Equipment.”
Conformity of the Equipment with the guidelines below is attested by the
CE mark.
Model Numbers:
04-DSKCHGEU-D Revolabs xTag™ Charger
04-DSKMIEU-D Revolabs xTag™ Microphone
Standards to which Conformity is declared:
RF ETSI EN 301 406 V 1.4.1 03/2001
EMC ETSI EN 301 489-6 v1.2.1 (2002-04)
WEEE Notification:
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive
(2002/96/EC) is intended to promote recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment and their components at end of life.
2003/11/EC & 2002/95/EC “RoHS Compliance Directive”:
The products referenced herein are in compliance with the EU
directive 2003/11/EC and EU directive 2002/95/EC.
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Introduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase o your Revolabs
xTag™ USB wireless microphone system! This wireless
system provides high band-width audio rom a
compact wireless microphone enabling reliable, secure,
and untethered personal communication.
The xTag Wireless Microphone System is a unique
marriage o innovative technology and ergonomic
stylish design, eaturing 1.9 GHz DECT technology.
This product enhances audio communication in both
personal and enterprise applications, using Multi-
Carrier, Time Division Multiple Access and Time
Division Duplex (MC/TDMA/TDD) radio transmissions
both to and rom the microphone.
This means that the system can co-exist with other
wireless products such as wireless LANs (802.11 b&g)
and cellular phones.
Note: It is recommended that no more than 3 xTag
Systems be used in the same room to avoid
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System Components
System ComponentsSystem Components
System Components
Your Revolabs xTag™ System package contains:
•Compact Charger Base
•Wearable xTag wireless microphone
•Earpiece with volume control
•Quick release lanyard
•USB cable
•Installation and Operation Guide
•xTag Quick Start Guide
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Charger Base Charger Base
Charger Base
Use the Charger Base to store and charge the
Microphone when not in use. The Microphone must be
properly inserted into the base and seated lush or
charging to occur.
1. Charger Bay — charges Microphone
2. LED indicator — mute and pairing status indicator
3. MUTE button — duplicates the Microphone mute function
4. Mini USB connector — computer audio and power connection
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Mute Button
Pressing the MUTE button toggles between muting
( lashing RED LED status) and un-muting ( lashing
GREEN LED status) on the Wireless Microphone.
Note: Press the MUTE button on a Microphone will
similarly toggle between mute and un mute and display
on both status LEDs.
USB Connection
Use the supplied cable to connect the mini USB
connector to the Charger Base and the standard end
to your computer USB port.
Installing the
Installing the Installing the
Installing the xTag
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USBUSB
USB System
System System
System
The xTag USB system is easily installed in the home or
o ice. Simply ollow the instructions below to attach
the unit to your equipment.
Computer Software Set-up
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the mini USB
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to your computer USB port. Your computer will alert
you that it has ound a new USB device.
It is possible to con igure your computer settings to
playback audio through the earpiece attached to the
Wearable microphone (de ault settings) or through the
computer speakers (internal or desktop).
The ollowing examples use the Microso t Windows
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XP
Operating System Classic settings. You may notice
slight di erences in appearance when using other
Windows operating systems.
To modi y the de ault microphone earpiece audio
output settings:
1. At the lower-right o your screen, click the Start
button.
2. Select Settings and Control Panel.
3. Click the Sounds and Audio Devices icon.
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The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog
will display, as shown. The Revolabs xTag device
will be selected.
4. Open the Volume settings or Sound recording to
view the volume levels selected or the
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5. Make sure that the level or the Microphone is
close to the top (maximum) and that the Mute
box is not checked.
6. In the Sound playback section, open the Volume
settings or to control the volume you hear in
the Microphone’s earpiece.
Adjust the Speaker level at the master Volume
control i necessary.
7. At the bottom o the Microphone section, click
the Mute box in the Microphone section to
prevent the Microphone directly eeding back its
own audio to the earpiece (i.e. “sidetone”).
It may be necessary to use the Options-
Properties menu to display the Microphone
volume control.
IP telephony and computer telephony
applications (e.g., Skype) may also o er options
or controlling the audio levels and playback
capabilities. Please consult the application
guide or the so tware package or additional
instructions.
8. Change the Sound playback De ault device to
your regular audio codec (SigmaTelAudio in this
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example) to playback audio through the internal
or external speakers o the computer instead o
the earpiece.
9. At the bottom o the dialog, click Apply, and
then click OK.
Note: Laptop computers with built in microphones may
continue to operate even when the xTag software is
running. To prevent the built in microphone audio
feeding through to the speakers, check the Mute box on
the laptop audio program Input Monitor, as follows.
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The xTag wireless microphone uses encrypted
communication to synchronize with the Charger Base.
The xTag Microphone provides high quality ull duplex
audio between the user and the computer.
1. Microphone Port – Receives audio
2. Noise Cancellation Port
3. Mute Button — press to mute, un-mute and pair microphone.
4. Pocket clip — attaches microphone to user or Lanyard.
5. LED display — visual status for mute, un-mute, and pairing.
6. Earpiece jack — accepts the 2.5mm plug for the earpiece.
7. Charging port — charges in xTag charger base.
Using the xTag Microphone
1. Remove the Microphone rom the Charger Base.
The double- lashing RED LED on the Microphone
and Charger Base con irm that the mic is paired
and muted.
The Wireless Microphone has a clip on the back
which allows the Microphone to be easily attached
onto a shirt pocket, blouse, lapel or lanyard.
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2. Attach the Microphone to clothing or to a lanyard
close to the mouth, within 6-12 inches (15–30cm) is
recommended. Make sure microphone is attached
securely with the microphone port pointed up
toward mouth.
3. With the microphone in the wearing position, un-
mute the microphone by pressing and releasing the
Mute button (con irm by viewing lashing GREEN
LED). I the volume is too low, move the
microphone closer to the mouth.
4. To turn the microphone o , return the Microphone
to the Charger Base. The Microphone LED will
show a 5 second sel -test pattern and begins
charging (solid RED or GREEN LED). Alternately,
turn o the Microphone manually by pressing and
holding the Mute button or 10 seconds, until the
LED turns solid RED, then release the mute button
and the LED will turn OFF.
I the microphone is moved out o range o the Base
Station (~65 eet or 20m) the connection will be
dropped (LED lashes all colors) and the microphone
will mute.
A ter 15 seconds the microphone will beep 5 times,
and will continue beeping every 30 seconds to remind
the user to return the microphone to the room. I the
microphone is moved back into range within 15
minutes the connection will automatically be re-
established to its original state, and the beeping will
cease. I not, the microphone will turn o .
Note: The xTag microphone is designed to be used
with the xTag system only. This microphone is not
compatible with other Revolabs Solo™ Executive
systems, nor are Solo microphones compatible with
the xTag Charger Base.

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Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Volume on the xTag Microphone Earpiece
on the xTag Microphone Earpiece on the xTag Microphone Earpiece
on the xTag Microphone Earpiece
To change the volume on the Wearable microphone
earpiece, use the dial on the earpiece wire.
Turning the dial towards the earpiece, as shown in
the igure, will increase the volume, and turning
the dial towards the microphone will decrease the
volume. Use the attached clothing clip to secure the
earpiece wire.
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Charging the Batteries
To charge the batteries place the Microphone into the
xTag Charger Base.
Note: The unit will only work on a powered USB port
that can supply 500mA (found on most computers and
laptops). It will not work with un powered hubs (no AC
adapter to power the hub).
During charging, the Microphone status LED indicator
changes rom solid RED to solid GREEN as charging
completes. The Charger Base status indicator remains
o during charging. The Microphone is always muted
while in the Charger Base. The battery charges rom
ully depleted to ully charged in approximately two
hours, however, it is “quick-charged” to 80% capacity
in 45 minutes.
Note: A fully charged battery provides approximately 8
hours of talk time.
When to Charge
Be ore using the Microphone or the irst time, charge
or 8 hours or overnight in the Charger Base (until
microphone LED turns solid GREEN).
When the Microphone LED begins lashing alternating
YELLOW and RED or YELLOW and GREEN, the
battery needs recharging. Over time (years), batteries
gradually wear down and require charging a ter a
shorter period o use. This is normal.
Important: The Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
that powers the xTag Microphone is not user
serviceable. Please see the Revolabs website
( www.revolabs.com ) or in ormation regarding battery
replacement and proper disposal procedures.
Warning: Exposing the batteries to fire may result
in an explosion.

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Setting the Broadcast Power Level
In con ined settings where multiple xTag systems are
used, or where audio inter erence is likely, it may be
necessary to reduce the broadcast power levels.
The broadcast power level between the xTag
Microphone and Charger Base can be set to the
ollowing three levels.
•Highest power level – 60 eet (25M) maximum
operating distance between Microphone and
Charger Base (de ault setting).
•Medium power level – 20 eet (7M) maximum
operating distance between Microphone and
Charger Base.
•Lowest power level – 6 eet (2M) maximum
operating distance between Microphone and
Charger Base.
To set the broadcast power level:
Press and hold the Mute button on the Charger Base
while plugging the USB cable into the Charger Base.
The status LED on the Charger Base will display a
sequence o lashes, during which it will lash once,
then twice, then three times, where:
1 GREEN lash = ull power
2 GREEN lashes = medium power
3 GREEN lashes = low power.
This cycle will repeat 10 times. During any o the
cycles, simply release the Mute button immediately
a ter the desired power indication, to set the xTag
broadcast/receive power.
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Pairing the Microphone to the Charger Base
“Pairing” creates an encrypted association between the
Wireless Microphone and the Charger Base with a
unique electronic serial number. Once the Microphone
and Charger Base have been paired, the Microphone
will automatically try to connect to the Charger Base
whenever it is li ted rom the Charger Base.
Remember, the Microphone is always muted ( lashing
RED LED) when it is irst removed rom the Charger
Base and the MUTE button needs to be pressed to
activate the Microphone, as indicated by a lashing
GREEN LED.
The Microphone in new systems come paired to the
Charger Base. However, i a replacement Microphone
is ever required, it will need to be manually “paired.”
I a Microphone is li ted rom the Charger Base and the
Microphone LED slowly lashes alternating RED and
GREEN or 10 seconds, it means that the Microphone
needs to be paired to the system.
To pair the Microphone to the Charger Base:
1. Make sure the Microphone is turned OFF (no LED
activity). I the unit is ON, press and hold the
MUTE button or 10 seconds until the LED turns
solid RED then release. Alternately, place the
Microphone in the Charger Base or less than 2
seconds.
2. Enable the pairing mode by holding the
Microphone’s Mute button down or eight seconds.
The LED will turn solid GREEN and then solid
RED. Release the Mute button. The Microphone
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3. Push and hold the Charger Base’s Mute button or
eight seconds to enter into pairing mode then
release.
The LED will be solid RED until pairing is
complete, as indicated by double lashing RED on
both the Microphone and the Charger Base (paired
and muted audio). I pairing ails at the end o one
minute on either unit, the LED will lash alternately
GREEN and RED or a ew seconds and turn OFF.
I this happens, repeat these steps.
arranty
arrantyarranty
arranty
Revolabs, Inc. warrants this product to be free of manufacturing
defects. Repair or replacement of any defective part or unit (at the
discretion of the Seller) will be free of charge for the period of 90
days.
Any attempt by the user to alter the equipment, or equipment
damaged by negligence, accident, or Acts of God voids this
warranty.
The Seller shall not be liable for any consequential damage
resulting from the malfunction of this product. Should the user
experience unsatisfactory performance from this equipment,
contact the Seller to obtain instructions for return, or replacement,
as deemed necessary.
This warranty is not transferable by the original end user.
Revolabs, Inc.
63 Great Road
Maynard, MA 01754
www.revolabs.com
1-800-326-1088
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LED Status Indications
LED Status IndicationsLED Status Indications
LED Status Indications
The following LED patterns are shown on either the Microphone or
the Charger Base.
LED pattern Meaning
Solid GREEN
(Microphone only*)
Confirmation of power-up or battery
reaching full charge. * In earlier versions
LED will turn OFF when fully charged.
Solid RED Pairing mode, or confirmation of
powering-down, or battery charging.
GREEN flash every
1.5 seconds
Microphone paired, connected and un-
muted.
Two RED flashes
every 1.5 seconds
Microphone paired, connected and
muted.
YELLOW flash
alternating with
GREEN flash
Microphone paired, connected, un-muted
and battery low.
YELLOW flash
alternating with two
RED flashes
Microphone paired, connected, muted
and battery low.
Alternating RED,
YELLOW, GREEN,
YELLOW
(Microphone only)
Searching for a connection, or out of radio
range. The Microphone will try to re-
establish the link for about 15 minutes, and
then turn off automatically. The Microphone
will beep five times every 30 seconds.
Alternating RED,
GREEN
Microphone is not paired to this Base
Station.
Rapid RED flashes
continuing for more
than a few seconds
Radio congestion – it is not possible to
make a radio connection because there
are already too many nearby users of the
RF band, or there is heavy radio
interference.
Groups of five rapid
RED flashes
Unit is faulty. Please contact your place
of purchase for advice on return.

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Revolabs xTag
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™ System Specifications
Dimensions, (L, W, H) and Weight
XTag Charger Base
3.9” (10 cm) x 2.4” (6 cm) x 1.0” (2.56 cm), 0.5 lb (0.23 kg)
Wireless Microphone
0.9” (2.4 cm) x 0.8” (1.95 cm) x 2.6” (6.68 cm), 0.05 lb (0.02 kg)
Shipping Weight 1.5 lbs (0.68 kg)
Radio Frequency
02-DSKSYS-D 1.92 to 1.93 GHz (UPCS North America)
04-DSKSYSEU-D 1.88 to 1.90 GHz (DECT EU)
Connectors
XTag Charger Base
Mini USB – 5 pin connector, USB 2.0
Wireless Microphone
Power – proprietary 4 pin connector
Audio – 2.5mm mono audio
Microphone pattern Unidirectional – cardioid.
Battery Lithium Polymer, up to 8 hours talk time
Charge Time 2.0 hours approx.
Range 65’ (20 meters) approx. (no obstructions)
Audio Bandwidth 100-7000 Hz
Security 128-bit DSAA (DECT Standard
Authentication Algorithm) authentication,
64 bit DECT Standard Cipher
Environmental Requirements
Temperature 40°to 105°F (5°to 40°C) operating
Humidity 20% to 85%
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Note:
Microphones must be fully charged
and paired to the Charger Base
prior to first use.