Wahsega Carina User manual
Preface
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Table of Contents
PREFACE ................................................................................................................................I
Important Notice.............................................................................................................i
Copyright Notice .............................................................................................................i
Trademarks.......................................................................................................................i
CHAPTER 1: OVERVIEW ..........................................................................................................3
Carina IP Display Functionality ....................................................................................4
Quality Standards.......................................................................................................... 6
CHAPTER 2: USER EXPERIENCE..............................................................................................7
Software Capabilities ................................................................................................... 8
Getting Started .............................................................................................................. 9
Endpoint Configuration Without Carina Event Manager .....................................10
CHAPTER 3: CONFIGURATION IN EVENT MANAGER ............................................................... 12
Individual Device Configuration ................................................................................ 13
Details .......................................................................................................................... 14
General......................................................................................................................... 15
Display ......................................................................................................................... 17
RTP ............................................................................................................................... 18
SIP................................................................................................................................ 20
Logging....................................................................................................................... 23
Network.......................................................................................................................24
System ........................................................................................................................ 26
Config File .................................................................................................................. 28
APPENDIX A: RESTORING FACTORY SETTINGS ..................................................................... 29
Software-based Factory Reset ................................................................................. 29
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Chapter 1
Overview
The Wahsega product line offers the highest quality two-way audio and
durability in the industry today. Each and every Wahsega product is
designed, developed and manufactured in the USA, ensuring a superior
product at the best price available in the market.
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Carina IP Display Functionality
The initial functions of Wahsega’s Carina IP Display include:
Centralized Event Manager configuration
Event Manager auto-detects each Carina IP Display on the network
All configuration options accessible via Carina Event Manager’s
centralized HTTP Web interface
Bulk configuration options available for quick and easy setup
Mic and speaker volume control within configuration webpages
Remote firmware upgradeable
Time set by network SNTP Server –no manual adjustments needed
Able to receive live or pre-recorded audio from Event Manager
Can play scheduled bell and event alerts from Event Manager
SIP intercom
IP paging speaker
Crystal clear audio
Multiple mono audio codecs to choose from
Environmental noise suppression
Extensive interoperability with most SIP servers and PBXs
Peer-to-peer (P2P) mode available for decentralized communication
Simple installation
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE 802.3af) powered
Four rear mounting brackets with two positions for easy installation
with a standard 2-gang electrical back box or wall surface mounting
Wiring access through rear or either side via raceway knockouts
Indoor temperature range (-40°C to +60°C)
Industry-leading standby power of < 2W
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Primary inputs
Built-in microphone
Available push-button override for sound reinforcement
Two onboard relays for door lock control
Secondary inputs
Second RJ45 connector for easy installation and expansion
Able to drive second Wahsega Extension Speaker (WL-SPKR-22-
A or WL-SPKR-SMT-A) up to 20m away via Cat5e or Cat6 cable
Compatible with standard call buttons
Advanced call button functionality, designed to reduce false
alarm triggers (short press vs. long press)
Classroom sound reinforcement via optional audio input wallplate
Audio input
Volume control
Activation button
LED indicator
Line-in microphone
Multiple display options
Individual text color, scroll speed, and duration configuration
available for each separate Event
Display 12- or 24-hour clock with four or six numerals
Built-in light sensor for energy-reducing auto-dim setting
Text display configurable for scrolling of page by page mode
32,768 LED colors
32 x 64 resolution
One to three lines of text display
Text display up to 5” high
Three built-in LED flashers
Two color-configurable LED flashers
One white LED flasher
Configure flash color, speed and duration for each Event
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Quality Standards
Wahsega products achieve the highest standards of performance in
the market by utilizing our complete quality assurance program
encompassing software testing, product design and a multistage
automated factory test program.
Wahsega’s ultimate goal is to provide a solution that is both cost
effective and unsurpassed in quality. By leveraging existing
relationships with suppliers to guarantee premium components at the
lowest possible prices, we are able to ensure Wahsega products are the
finest quality in the market while still offered at highly competitive
prices directly to installers.
In order to achieve the greatest possible voice clarity, all voice and
related algorithms have been individually tested to ensure the highest
potential MOS score. The accumulated error syndrome, which can
cause poor voice quality, is mitigated through this testing process.
Wahsega’s engineering team utilizes a wide array of dedicated test
servers to pull and build the various software projects multiple times
per day. Each automatic build is then run through an extensive set of
automated test cases to ensure the highest performance of each and
every firmware version released. This test case coverage is expanded
on a continual basis.
All Wahsega products are 100% factory tested at the board level
through a bed of nails full functional test, not just an “is it close
enough?” flying probe test. Every finished product is 100% tested again
after the final assembly via an automated test station to ensure the
highest production quality product for installers.
To assure the highest quality standards, all Wahsega products are
designed, developed and manufactured in the USA.
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Chapter 2
User Experience
The Carina Small IP Display supports registration with both SIP and the
Wahsega Carina Event Manager. With network connectivity, scrolling LED
display and built-in speaker, the Wahsega IP Display broadcasts both
audible and visible messages from the Event Manager to classroom
occupants. LED text and flasher color, brightness and duration are all
configurable for individual Event Manager messages. A built-in
microphone allows for two-way SIP communication, and Event Manager’s
NTP server provides an accurate time and date display when streaming
messages are not present. The Carina IP Display can even power a second,
analog Wahsega speaker up to 20 meters away via PoE cable, increasing
audio coverage in the space without requiring an additional cable home
run.
Powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE 802.3af), the IP Display is simple to
install and is easily programmed via Event Manager’s configuration
webpages. The IP Display also works with standard panic buttons to
trigger an outbound SIP call. With Wahsega’s advanced panic button
functionality, a brief button press places a call to one preconfigured
number—such as the front office—while a longer press-and-hold will call a
second, preconfigured panic number. This feature significantly reduces
false alarm panic calls. Two onboard relays can be activated by SIP calls or
Multicast broadcasts, triggering door locks or other devices during
emergencies.
Wahsega’s Carina Event Manager will automatically detect and register the
IP Display, making system initialization a breeze. Global and individual
programming options within the Event Manager make setup quick and
efficient. Both audible and visual feedback at the display let installers
know when their system is up and running.
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Software Capabilities
Wahsega’s Carina IP Display is configured centrally at the Carina Event
Manager, which allows bulk configuration as well as individual
customization. This allows access to various settings such as network/IP
address, SIP account and Event Manager configuration, intercom/speaker
behavior, panic button call numbers, and administrative functions such as
firmware upgrade and configuration backup/restore. The configuration is
stored in a .JSON file, which is human readable and can be edited by site
administrators.
The IP Display’s configuration is also accessible using an HTTP Web
interface, viewable from any Web browser on the same LAN. However, all
Carina devices should be configured within the Carina Event Manager’s
configuration webpages whenever possible. Any configuration changes to
the IP Display’s individual webpages will be overwritten by the Event
Manager.
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Getting Started
1. All Carina devices should be configured within the Carina Event
Manager’s configuration webpages. While it is possible to make
changes at the device’s own webpages, any configuration changes to
the device’s webpages will be overwritten by the Event Manager.
2. Locate and note your IP Display’s MAC address. It is printed on a white
sticker located on the rear of the device.
3. Connect the IP Display’s main Ethernet port—labeled LAN—to a
network using a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) Ethernet connection. When
connected, it will power on immediately, and the LINK/ACTV status LED
will begin to blink.
4. Your Carina Event Manager will automatically detect the IP Display
when you power up and connect to the network via PoE.
5. On the Event Manager’s Web interface, navigate to the Devices page to
discover your IP Display’s IP address. Look for the device matching the
MAC address you just noted.
6. Following the instructions in the next sections, change Event Manager
settings for your IP Display as needed.
7. To apply changes and settings to your IP Display, save changes and
reprovision your IP Display. This is an important step! Your changes in
Event Manager will not take effect until you have reprovisioned the
endpoint.
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Endpoint Configuration
Without Carina Event Manager
If needed, individual endpoint configuration is available via the IP Display’s
individual webpages. However, if users choose to make configuration
changes in the IP Display’s webpages, those changes will not be
recognized by the Event Manager and will be overwritten by any
configuration changes made to the endpoint in the Event Manager. For
best results, all configuration changes should be made at the Event
Manager and not at the speaker’s individual configuration webpage.
1. To access the individual IP Display webpages, navigate to its IP
address in your Web browser (for example, http://123.456.78.9).
Wahsega recommends using Chrome or Firefox for best results.
2. When you access the configuration webpages, the IP Display will ask
for a username and password. The default username and password
are admin and admin.
3. On the left side of the page is the Status bar. It shows the IP Display’s
current System information such IP address, MAC address, system
time and uptime. The IP Display’s SIP account status (default status is
unconfigured and unregistered) is listed under Accounts.
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4. To change the IP address settings, go to the Network page and
modify settings in the WAN section. To set the network for DHCP,
click the Dynamic IP radio button. For static IP addressing, click the
Static IP radio button and fill in the relevant IP address fields with
values from your network administrator.
5. Set time and date and change username or password on the System
page. Please note that the Carina Event Manager may be used as a
system NTP server for consistent date and time display across the
network. Simply enter carina.wahsega.local as the NTP server and
make sure that NTP is enabled for this endpoint.
6. To change the SIP account settings, go to the Accounts page and
modify settings in the account. Most users will only need to set
Username/Number (the phone number or extension assigned to this
IP Display), Domain (the hostname or IP address of your SIP server)
and Password (password for this SIP extension, if needed). You may
also provide a Display Name, which may be used by your SIP server
depending on its configuration.
If your SIP server or proxy server requires an authentication
username that is different from the name entered in
Username/Number, enter it under the Authentication Username field.
7. Configure default LED display settings, including text color and
brightness, on the Display page.
8. Load new firmware, backup configuration, or restore a configuration
file on the Management page.
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Chapter 3
Configuration in Event Manager
The Carina IP Display should be configured within the Carina Event
Manager configuration webpages. Event Manager automatically detects
each Carina IP Display on the same network, and it provides bulk or
individual configuration options. Wahsega recommends using a
Chrome or Firefox browser for best results.
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Details
Name –Give this IP Display a unique name for your reference.
Location –Physical location of IP Display, for user reference.
Firmware
Current Version –Firmware version this IP Display is
currently running
Target Version –Firmware version this IP Display should
be running currently or upon next reprovisioning cycle.
Target version “Not Set” will keep this device at Current
Version upon reprovisioning.
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General
Room Mode
1 room, 1 speaker –Single IP Display, no Extension
speaker
1 room, 2 speaker –IP Display with connected Extension
speaker (WL-SPKR-xx-A) for additional audio coverage
Panic/Call Button
Short-press –Configure speaker behavior for the
outbound SIP call when a connected call/panic button is
pressed for less than two (2) seconds.
Call Number –The number or extension to call with
a short button press.
Priority –Set priority level for this call.
Allow Hangup? –A button press during an active
call or call attempt will hang up the call if allowed
here. The call will continue until the remote party
hangs up if not allowed.
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Long Press –Configure speaker behavior for the
outbound SIP call when a connected call/panic button is
pressed for two (2) or MORE seconds.
Call Number –The number or extension to call with
a long button press.
Priority –Set priority level for this call.
A button press during an active call or call attempt
will NEVER hang up a long press call. The call will
continue until the remote party hangs up.
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Display
Time/Date –Configure time and date settings for this IP Display.
Use 24-hour format –If unchecked, time will be
displayed using AM and PM.
Time color –Choose LED color for time display. Default
color is white.
Date color –Choose LED color for date display. Default
color is white.
Brightness –Set LED display brightness and dimming.
Default –Choose Low, Medium, or High default LED
brightness.
Low-Light –Choose LED behavior in low light conditions
if desired.
Dimming Enabled –Enable or disable display’s auto-dim
function.
Dimming Threshold –Set threshold for auto-dim.
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RTP
Configure RTP multicast broadcast settings and audio for pages and
announcements.
Zone –Which preconfigured Event Manager Zone will this IP
Display belong to? Each endpoint may belong to one Zone as well
as the All-Call group.
Speaker Volume –Volume level of speaker for incoming SIP calls
and RTP multicast broadcasts.
Microphone Volume –Volume of the integrated microphone,
used in SIP calls.
Microphone high-pass filter –Eliminates low-frequency noise
that can make speech difficult to understand during SIP calls.
DC blocker only eliminates hum from power lines, while
leaving other low-frequency sounds intact.
High-pass mode eliminates most noise below standard
telephone frequencies.
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Noise suppression –Eliminates background noise (such as a
steady hum, people or noises in the background, or machinery)
from the device's microphone during a SIP call. This only affects
audio on the remote side of the call; the local side is unaffected.
Sound Reinforcement Priority –The priority level of local audio
from the Sound Reinforcement Panel, if connected and in use.
RTP Broadcast –Settings specifically for incoming RTP multicast
broadcasts
Tone Notification –When enabled, a tone is played before
the RTP broadcast begins.
Trigger Relay –When enabled, the IP Display’s onboard
relay will be triggered for the duration of the RTP broadcast.
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