Watchguard Hifi microphone User manual

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property of Enforcement Video, L.L.C. and may not be copied and/or

reproduced without permission.

Software and firmware updates

WatchGuard Video is committed to the continual testing and

improvement of our software and firmware. As new revisions become

available, these updates will be made available to your agency; fees may

apply depending on your licensing agreement.

Manufacturer contact information

WatchGuard Video

Attn: Customer Service Department

415 Century Parkway

Allen, Texas 75013

1-800-605-6734

customerservice@watchguardvideo.com

Send us your suggestions

We want to hear from you. Tell us about your experience and how you are

using the HiFi Microphone. We will do our best to accommodate any

suggestions you may have in future revisions.

For U.S. customers, call Customer Service at 1-800-605-6734 or email

us at customerservice@watchguardvideo.com with your comments,

questions, and concerns. International customers, please contact your

local distributor.

Trademark notices

All marks, names, and logos mentioned herein are the property of their

respective owners.

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FCC and IC notices

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry

Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). This equipment should only be

used with the antenna supplied by WatchGuard Video. Any changes or

modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the

user's authority to operate the equipment.

Cet appareil est conforme à la Partie 15 des règlements de la FCC et

Industrie Canada exempts de licence standard RSS. Cet appareil doit être

utilisé uniquement avec l'antenne fournie par WatchGuard Video. Tout

changement ou modification non expressément approuvée par le

fabricant pourrait annuler l'autorité de l'utilisateur de faire fonctionner

l'appareil.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada

licence-exempt RSS standard(s) subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept all interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Cet appareil est conforme à la Partie 15 des règlements de la FCC et

Industrie Canada exempts de licence standard RSS soumis aux deux

conditions suivantes:

1. Cet appareil ne peut causer des interférences nuisibles.

2. Cet appareil doit accepter toutes les interférences reçues, y compris les

interférences qui peuvent perturber le fonctionnement.

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only

operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain

approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential

radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be

so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not

more than that necessary for successful communication.

Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, cet émetteur radio

ne peut fonctionner à l'aide d'une antenne d'un type et maximum (ou

moins) Gain approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Pour réduire

le risque d'interférence avec d'autres utilisateurs, le type d'antenne et

son gain doivent être choisis afin que la puissance isotrope rayonnée

équivalente (PIRE) ne dépasse pas ce qui est nécessaire pour une

communication réussie.

The radio transmitter IC:9073A-TRN400 and the base IC:9073A-CHG410

have been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna

types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required

antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not

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included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain

indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

lAntenna type (radio transmitter): WatchGuard Video part number

WGP01589 unity gain (0dBi), 50 Ohm impedance

lAntenna type (base): WatchGuard Video part number WGP01573 unity

gain (0 dBi), 50 ohm impedance

Cet émetteur radio IC:9073A-TRN400 et la base IC:9073A-CHG410 ont

été approuvés par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types

d'antennes énumérés ci-dessous avec le gain maximal admissible et

l'impédance d'antenne requise pour chaque type d'antenne indiqué.

Types d'antennes ne figurent pas dans cette liste, ayant un gain

supérieur au gain maximum indiqué pour ce type, sont strictement

interdites pour une utilisation avec cet appareil.

lType d'antenne (émetteur radio): WatchGuard Video part number

WGP01589 unity gain (0dBi), 50 Ohm impedance

lType d'antenne (base): WatchGuard Video part number WGP01573 unity

gain (0 dBi), 50 Ohm impedance

The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a

separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be

co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or

transmitter.

Les antennes pour cet émetteur doivent être installées en assurant une

distance d'au moins 20 cm de toute personne et ne doivent pas être

situées à proximité ni utilisées en conjonction d'autre antenne ou

émetteur.

This device complies with Health Canada’s Safety Code. The installer of

this device should ensure that RF radiation is not emitted in excess of the

Health Canada’s requirement. Information can be obtained at

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-

lignes_direct/index-eng.php

Cet appareil est conforme avec Santé Canada Code de sécurité 6. Le

programme d’installation de cet appareil doit s’assurer que les

rayonnements RF n’est pas émis au-delà de l’exigence de Santé Canada.

Les informations peuvent être obtenues: http://www.hc-

sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_

direct/index-eng.php

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Contents

Introduction 7

Welcome 8

About this Document 8

Related documents and information

For subjects related to the WatchGuard Video 4RE system that are not

covered by the HiFi Microphone User Guide, see the following

documents:

l4RE In-Car DVR Quick Start Guide

l4RE In-Car DVR Installation Poster

l4RE In-Car DVR User Guide

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About the HiFi Microphone

The HiFi Microphone (HiFi Mic) is one of the WatchGuard Video

components for transmitting audio to the 4RE DVR (digital video

recorder) during the video recording process.

The HiFi Mic consists of two parts:

lBase: The base is the part of the HiFi Mic that is mounted in the vehicle

and physically connects to the DVR and the antenna.

lTransmitter (mic): The mic is the part of the HiFi Mic that you attach to

your apparel or duty belt.

The HiFi Mic performs the following major functions:

lTransmits audio

lSynchronizes the mic and the base so the DVR can record transmitted

audio

lCharges the mic

lTriggers a recorded event

lDisables all mic lights and sounds for Covert mode

lNotifies you when it has a change in its status

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Introduction

Technical specifications

The following table lists the technical specifications for the HiFi Mic:

Operating

voltage

Transmitter: 4.2 VDC

Base: 12 VDC

Frequency 900 MHz (902 – 928 MHz) – 52 channels, digital spread

spectrum

Operating

range

Over 1 mile in open line of sight

Important! Operating

range differs according to

the environment.

Jacks Transmitter: Lapel microphone jack

Base: 8-pin RJ-45 for power, audio out, and trigger out

Battery Capacity: Lithium-ion 4.2 VDC/1200mAh

Charging time: 3 hours

Stand-by time: 25 days

Talk time: 8-12 hours

Note: Performance can

degrade as the battery ages.

Warranty Information

WatchGuard Video, in recognition of its responsibility to provide quality

systems, components, and workmanship, warrants each system, part,

and component it manufactures first sold to an end user to be free from

defects in material and workmanship for a period of one-year from the

date of purchase. A defective component that is repaired or replaced

under this limited warranty will be covered for the remainder of the

original warranty period. Where defects in material or workmanship may

occur, the following warranty terms and conditions apply:

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Warranty Information

Warrantor

This warranty is granted by WatchGuard Video, 415 Century Parkway,

Allen, TX 75013, Telephone: 972-423-9777, Facsimile: 972-423-9778.

Parties to whom warranty is intended

This warranty extends to the original end user of the equipment only and

is not transferable. Any exceptions must be approved in writing from

WatchGuard Video.

Parts and components covered

All parts and components and repair labor of the warranted unit

manufactured and/or installed by WatchGuard Video are covered by this

warranty, except those parts and components excluded below.

Parts and components not covered

The limited warranty excludes normal wear-and-tear items such as

frayed or broken cords, broken connectors, scratched or broken displays

or consumable items such as batteries. WatchGuard reserves the right to

charge for damages resulting from abuse, improper installation, or

extraordinary environmental damage (including damages caused by

spilled liquids) to the unit during the warranty period at rates normally

charged for repairing such units not covered under the limited warranty.

In cases where potential charges would be incurred due to said

damages, the agency submitting the system for repairs will be notified.

Altered, damaged, or removed serial numbers results in voiding this

limited warranty. If while under the warranty period, it is determined that

the WatchGuard Video system was internally changed, modified, or

repair attempted, the system warranty will become null and void.

Limited liability

WatchGuard Video’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of

components found to be defective by WatchGuard Video. WatchGuard

Video will not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, or

incidental damages arising out of the use of or inability to use the system

even if the unit proved to be defective. WatchGuard Video will not be

responsible for any removal or re-installation cost of the unit or for

damages caused by improper installation.

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Remedy

If, within the duration of this warranty, a unit or component covered by

this warranty is returned to WatchGuard Video and proves to be defective

in material or workmanship, WatchGuard Video shall (at its option) repair

or replace any defective components or offer a full refund of the purchase

price. Replacement of a defective component(s) pursuant to this

warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of the warranty period

applicable to the system warranty period.

Shipping

During the first ninety (90) days of the initial warranty period,

WatchGuard Video will provide a prepaid shipping label to return any

defective unit for end users in the continental United States provided

serial numbers are submitted with the request. In such event, contact

WatchGuard’s Customer Service Department to request a return material

authorization (RMA) number. Failure to obtain and use a WatchGuard

Video prepaid shipping label in the first ninety days (90) on the return

shipment will result in the end user being responsible for shipping costs

to WatchGuard Video. After the first ninety (90) days, the end user will

be responsible for any shipping charges to WatchGuard Video.

WatchGuard Video will return ship the product to a customer within the

continental United States by prepaid ground shipping only. Any

expedited shipping costs are the responsibility of the end user.

Customers that are outside the continental United States will be

responsible for all transportation costs both to and from WatchGuard

Video’s factory for warranty service, including without limitation to any

export or import fees, duties, tariffs, or any other related fees that may

be incurred during transportation.

You may also obtain warranty service by contacting your local

WatchGuard Authorized Service Center (ASC) for shipping instructions.

A list of local ASCs may be obtained by contacting WatchGuard’s

Customer Service Department. Customers will be responsible for all

transportation costs to and from the local ASC for warranty service.

Extended warranty

Extended warranties may be purchased directly from WatchGuard Video.

Any and all extended warranties must be purchased prior to the

expiration of any previous warranty. Failure to purchase an extended

warranty prior to the expiration of the warranty period will require the

covered unit to be physically inspected at the facility of the manufacturer

and any repairs necessary to bring the unit back to full working order

must be performed prior to the issuance of any new warranty. The

customer will be responsible for the cost of the inspection (equal to 1

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hour of labor) plus the standard costs associated with any required

repairs. Should you have any further questions regarding the

WatchGuard Video limited warranty, please direct them to:

WatchGuard Video

Attn: Customer Service Department

415 Century Parkway

Allen, Texas 75013

1-800-605-6734

customerservice@watchguardvideo.com

www.watchguardvideo.com

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HiFi Microphone

In this section...

lHiFi Microphone (HiFi Mic) overview (page 16)

lUsing the HiFi Mic (page 16)

lBase features (page 18)

lTransmitter features (page 21)

lDisplay icons (page 26)

lSynchronizing the base and the transmitter (page 29)

lCharging the transmitter (page 30)

lUsing two HiFi Mics in the same vehicle (page 31)

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HiFi Microphone

Overview

The WatchGuard Video HiFi

Microphone (HiFi Mic) consists of

two parts:

lBase (page 18)

lTransmitter (mic) (page

21)

The base is mounted inside the

vehicle and holds the mic when

you are not using it. The mic must

be synchronized with the base in

order for the DVR to record audio.

This mic and base pairing allows

the DVR to detect the mic and its

audio transmission. For

information on syncing the mic

with the base, see Synchronizing

the Transmitter and the Base on page 29.

The base is commonly mounted on

the headliner or center console.

During your shift, you can attach the

mic to your apparel using an alligator

clip or to your duty belt using a

longer belt clip. For information

about these and other accessories,

contact your WatchGuard Video

representative.

For most agencies, microphones are configured to be inactive (on but not

recording) by default. Triggering a recorded event automatically

activates all microphones. For information on triggering a recorded event

from the HiFi Mic, see Talk/Mute slide button on page 22.

Using the HiFi Microphone

You use the HiFi Mic throughout your shift to help your 4RE DVR collect

quality audio evidence.

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Beginning a shift

1. Remove the transmitter (mic) from the base and power it on (see Power

switch on page 25).

2. Verify whether the mic is synchronized with the base in your vehicle (see

Status icons on page 27).

3. If needed, sync the mic with the base (see Synchronizing the

Transmitter and the Base on page 29).

During a shift

4. As needed, trigger a recorded event from the transmitter (mic) (see

Talk/Mute slide button on page 22).

5. As needed, mute the transmitted audio from the mic (see Talk/Mute slide

button on page 22).

6. As needed, change the notification mode of the mic (see Mode button on

page 23).

7. As needed, activate the mic's Covert mode (see Mode button on page

23).

Ending a shift

8. Power off the transmitter (mic) (see Power switch on page 25).

Note: WatchGuard Video recommends that you

power off the mic before you put it in the base to

charge, but this step is not required.

9. Place the mic in the base to charge (see Charging the Transmitter on

page 30).

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HiFi Microphone

Base

The base is the part of the HiFi Microphone (HiFi Mic) that is mounted in

the vehicle and physically connects to the 4RE DVR and the antenna. The

base:

lSynchronizes with the transmitter (mic) so the DVR can record the audio

the HiFi Mic transmits (see Synchronizing the Transmitter and the Base

on page 29)

lCharges the mic while the mic rests in the base (see Charging the

Transmitter on page 30)

lHolds the mic while you are not using it

Features on the base include:

lStatus LEDs (page 19)

lDVR cable connection (page 20)

lAntenna connection (page 20)

lContacts for charging and syncing with the mic (page 21)

Note: A version of the base exists that only serves as a

charger for the HiFi Mic. This version of the base is not

used in the vehicle. For information about the charge-only

base, contact your WatchGuard Video representative.

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Status LEDs

The HiFi Mic has status LEDs on both the

base and the transmitter (mic). You can

use these LEDs in conjunction with the

icons on the display to determine the status

of the HiFi Mic.

On the base, the status LEDs are on the

front, just under the WatchGuard Video

shield symbol. The LEDs on the base can

help indicate the status of certain functions

of the HiFi Mic:

lSynchronizing: As the base syncs

with the mic, both the red and green

LEDs flash. Once the base and mic

are synced, either the green LED turns on or the red LED starts flashing,

depending on whether the mic is fully charged or begins to charge. For

information about synchronizing the mic with the base, see

Synchronizing the Transmitter and the Base on page 29.

lCharging: The red LED flashes while the mic is charging. When the

mic's battery is fully charged, the red LED turns off and the green LED

turns on. For information about charging the mic in the base, see

Charging the Transmitter on page 30.

lNormal operation: When the base and mic are on and functioning

normally, but not transmitting audio to be recorded, the green LED is on.

lRecording: When the audio transmitted from the mic is being recorded,

the green LED is on. For information about triggering a recorded event

from the HiFi Mic, see Talk/Mute slide button on page 22.

lMuted: When the mic is muted, the green LED flashes. For information

about muting the HiFi Mic, see Talk/Mute slide button on page 22.

lTurned off: When the mic is turned off and not in the base, the red LED

flashes.

lCovert mode: When the mic is in Covert mode, the LEDs on the base

behave normally. Covert mode does not change the LED behavior on the

base. For information on using the HiFi Mic in Covert mode, see Mode

button on page 23.

lLost connection/out of range: If the base loses connection to or is out

of range of the mic, the red LED flashes until the connection is

reestablished.

For information on the status LEDs on the mic, see Status LEDs on page

24; for information on the icons on the display, see Display on page 26.

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HiFi Microphone

DVR cable connection

The DVR cable connection is on the back of the base. Connect the DVR

system interface cable to this connection point.

Note: WatchGuard Video recommends that you use a

short cable (3-foot) to connect the HiFi Mic base to the

DVR. Keeping the cable short helps maintain audio

quality.

Antenna connection

The antenna connection is on the

back of the base. Connect the

window-mount antenna to this

connection point.

Tip: Finger-tighten the

SMA connector when you

connect the antenna to

the base. Using hand

tools can damage the

connector.

Note: You should only use the 900 MHz antenna that you

received from WatchGuard Video with the HiFi Mic. Using

a different antenna can compromise wireless

performance and audio quality.

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