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  • Page 1 User Guide VoiceLift ® VoiceLift Microphone System 68-1628-01 Rev. B 02 11...
  • Page 2 Safety Instructions • English Warning Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and mainte- equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The third nance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.
  • Page 3 FCC Class B Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi- dential installation.
  • Page 4 Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are written in the font shown here: From the menu, select File Click the button. Copyright © 2011 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. Trademarks All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Installation Overview ......... 41 Features and Operation ........5 Stage 1: Installing the Receiver Base and Functional Overview of the VoiceLift System ..5 Housing ............41 Cable Lengths ..........7 Stage 2: Installing the FF 120 Speakers ..42 Charging Stations ..........
  • Page 6 VoiceLift System • Contents...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction This section gives an overview of the VoiceLift System, listing its components and features. Topics include: About this Guide • • About the VoiceLift System • Application Diagrams About this Guide This guide discusses the components and operation of the Extron VoiceLift System. For details on installation procedures, see the VoiceLift System Installation Guide, part number 68-1629-01.

  • Page 8: Features

    • Receiver (VLR 102) — The receiver is the main sensor for the VoiceLift System. It features the following: Captive screw connectors for auxiliary input, RS-232, contact input, and relay • output RJ 45 connectors for power, communication with the PoleVault switcher (which •...

  • Page 9: Application Diagrams

    • Expandable coverage — The optional VLR 102SR secondary receiver provides expanded coverage for large or odd-sized rooms. Application Diagrams The following diagrams show possible installations of a VoiceLift System. FF 120 Speakers Free GlobalViewer Software...
  • Page 10 SIGNAL VOICELIFT CLIP ADJUST 305SA SWITCHE NORMAL SIGNAL PAGING SENSOR SENSITIVI Extron PVS 305SA Ampli er Extron VLC 202 Desktop Charging Station Figure 2. VoiceLift System in a Classroom Using a VLH 102 Handheld Student Microphone VoiceLift System • Introduction...

  • Page 11: Features And Operation

    +15 dB. The diagram on the next page shows the path of the audio signal through the VoiceLift System. VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...
  • Page 12 (UTP) cable. PoleVault switcher — The PoleVault switcher also functions as an amplifier for the VoiceLift System. It receives the audio signal from the VLR 102 receiver, amplifies it, and sends it to strategically placed speakers.

  • Page 13: Cable Lengths

    For charging status, check the microphone power LED. (See “Microphones,” later in this section, for the LED location on each microphone.) VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 14: Microphones

    Microphones Pendant Microphone The VoiceLift VLP 102 is a lightweight pendant microphone that can be worn around the neck on a lanyard (provided). It operates via IR at two frequencies: 2.3 MHz, on channels A and C, and 2.8 MHz, on channels B and D. The microphone picks up speech and transmits a signal wirelessly to the VLR 102 receiver.
  • Page 15 Battery compartment — Insert one AA NiMh or alkaline battery into this compartment, aligning the + and – poles as indicated inside the compartment. NiCd batteries can be used, but cannot be charged from a VoiceLift charging. Li-ion batteries are not supported.
  • Page 16 When the microphone is powered on: LED Color Indication Green – steady Power on, microphone functioning Green – flashing Volume button being pressed (volume changing) Red – flashing Low battery (1 hour or less of talk time left) VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 17: Handheld Microphone

    Handheld Microphone The VLH 102 Handheld Microphone can be used with the VoiceLift System as an alternative to the VLP 102 Pendant Microphone. The VLH 102 is best used as a pass-around microphone for student presentations or a secondary microphone for team teaching and guest speakers.
  • Page 18 NiCd batteries can be used, but cannot be charged from the microphone. Li-ion batteries are not supported. Battery cover — To access the battery compartment, slide this cover down until it stops, then lift it away from the microphone. Sleeve ( ) VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 19: Installing Or Replacing The Microphone Battery

    Handheld microphone: • Slide the battery cover downward until it stops. Lift the cover up and off the microphone. Positive Terminal VOLUME VLH 102 VLP 102 Figure 11. Removing the Microphone Battery Covers VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 20: Charging The Microphone Battery

    The microphone should be turned off before charging. However, if it is inadvertently left on, the microphone continues to charge, but at a slower rate. If the microphone is on when placed in the charger, its power LED lights red. VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...
  • Page 21 Charge until the Pwr LED lights green (this takes up to 5 hours). Charging Contacts on Pendant Microphone Bottom Panel Charging Contacts on Handheld Microphone Bottom Panel Figure 14. Charging Contacts on the Microphones VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 22: Setting Up And Using The Microphone

    Charge the battery, if necessary, by placing the microphone in a VLC charging station or by connecting the wall charger to the microphone Charge jack (see “Charging the Microphone Battery,” earlier in this section). VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...
  • Page 23 4 inches (10.2 cm) below your chin. Use the lanyard cord lock to make adjustments to the length. Cord Lock ” (10.2 mm) Breakaway Clip Ext ron Figure 17. Using the Lanyard with the Microphone VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Microphone Volume

    Use a small screwdriver to set the channel rotary switch (located on the back of the microphone) to channel to A or B. Channel Switch Figure 19. Channel Switch on the VLP 102 Pendant Microphone VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...
  • Page 25 ) button, located below the battery compartment, to raise or lower the volume. VOLUME VOLUME Figure 21. Volume Buttons on the Handheld Microphone Replace the battery cover (see “Installing or Replacing the Microphone Battery,” earlier in this section, for the procedure). VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 26: Tips For Using The Microphones

    Make sure there are no obstructions between the microphone and the receiver. • Receiver The VoiceLift VLR 102 Receiver receives infrared signals from the VoiceLift VLP 102 Pendant Microphone. The receiver outputs a balanced -10 dBV line level signal via an RJ-45 connector.

  • Page 27: Receiver Dome And Base Plate

    The maximum cable distance between the receiver and a secondary receiver or between two secondary receivers is 100 feet (30.4 m); the minimum distance is 5 feet (1.5 m). Total cable length in the system should not exceed 300 feet (91.4 m). VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...
  • Page 28 10 seconds after the Volume buttons are released. The contact rating for this port is 24 V, 1 A. NOTE: The microphone must be on channel A or B for the Volume buttons to trigger the relay. VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 29: Receiver Housing And Back Plate

    The housing has tabs that insert into slots in the dome; a 1/8 clockwise turn secures the housing to the dome. Figure 24. VLR 102 Receiver Housing and Metal Back Plate VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 30: Removing And Replacing The Receiver Dome

    Examples of Raceways That Can Be Used with the Receiver Removing and Replacing the Receiver Dome After having installed and used the VoiceLift microphone for some period of time, you may want to make changes to the receiver connections (such as adding a secondary receiver or an auxiliary input device) or the DIP switch settings.
  • Page 31 Arrow Align Arrows Arrow Twist to Lock Receiver Dome Figure 26. Attaching the Receiver Dome to the Housing VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 32: Secondary Receiver

    The optional VLR 102SR Secondary Receiver is an additional IR receiver that extends the coverage of the VoiceLift microphone in large or odd-sized rooms. The VLR 102 Receiver is connected to and powers the VLR 102SR via the RJ-45 In port on the secondary receiver.
  • Page 33 Figure 29. Status LED on the Secondary Receiver Dome For instructions on removing and replacing the secondary receiver dome, see “Removing and Replacing the Receiver Dome,” earlier in this section. VoiceLift System • Features and Operation...

  • Page 34: Sis Configuration And Control

    Command/Response Table for SIS Commands Overview The VoiceLift VLR 102 receiver can be controlled via a host computer that is connected to the RS-232 control port on the receiver. You can issue the SIS commands via the RS-232 interface on the computer, using a communication software program such as HyperTerminal or the Extron DataViewer.

  • Page 35: Receiver-Initiated Messages

    No response is required from the host. The receiver-initiated messages are listed below (underlined). The receiver sends the copyright and audio level messages when power is cycled to the receiver. Copyright 2011, Extron Electronics, VLR 102, Vx.xx, 60-938-01 X22* *Aud= x.xx is the firmware version number.

  • Page 36: Symbol Definitions

    = Firmware version number (typically listed to two decimal places; for example, x.xx) = Digital input state 0 = open 1 = closed X22* = Microphone channel 0 = no carrier 1 = channel A/C 2 = channel B/D 3 = channels A/C and B/D VoiceLift System • SIS Configuration and Control...

  • Page 37: Command/Response Table For Sis Commands

    Show the VLR 102 firmware version ( ) to two decimal places. Example: 1.01 X1! ] Query factory firmware version Show the original firmware version that was installed at the factory. Factory firmware is not user-replaceable. VoiceLift System • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 38 Tone: A tone is produced when volume is changed. Request model name VLR•102 Show the receiver product name. Firmware upload Upload firmware UPLOAD ...GO Update the VLR 102 firmware. VoiceLift System • SIS Configuration and Control...

  • Page 39: Special Application

    Applications Diagram Setting Up an Instant Alert A useful application for the VoiceLift System is the instant alert. By connecting an MLC 104 IP Plus control panel to the relay port VLR 102 Receiver, you can set up e-mail alerts to be sent out when both parts of the microphone Volume button are pressed and held for 3 seconds.
  • Page 40 Insert the black wire into the Ground port. • Insert the red wire into the first available Digital I/O port. • Figure 32. Communication Cable Connected to Digital I/O Ports 1 and Ground on an MLC 104 IP Plus Control Panel VoiceLift System • Special Application...
  • Page 41 MLC Digital I/O port closes. See the Global Configurator help file for information on how to configure and monitor the MLC Digital I/O port via Global Configurator. You can download Global Configurator from the Extron website at NOTE: www.extron.com. VoiceLift System • Special Application...
  • Page 42 Press and hold both sections of the Volume button simultaneously. Press and hold both VOLUME Volume buttons simultaneously. VLP 102 VLH 102 Figure 35. Testing the Instant Alert Check for the arrival of the e-mail notification. VoiceLift System • Special Application...

  • Page 43: Applications Diagram

    Applications Diagram The following diagram shows several applications that are using the VoiceLift System with the PoleVault system, including instant alert. FF 120 Speaker (x 4) Receiver Lineout VLR 102 Receiver VLR 102 Pendant Microphone M IC Intercom Lineout M IN...

  • Page 44: Installing The Receiver (Overview)

    (Overview) This section provides an overview of the procedures for planning and performing an installation of the VoiceLift VLR 102 Receiver or the VLR 102SR Secondary Receiver. For the complete procedures, see the VoiceLift System Installation Guide, part number 68-1629-01, provided with your VoiceLift System.
  • Page 45 The room has recessed or sheltered areas, such as alcoves or bays. • The room has large windows or windows on multiple walls. • Portions of the walls are dark or covered. Dark surfaces reduce signal reflection. • VoiceLift System • Installing the Receiver (Overview)
  • Page 46 There is no need to cover the middle or back of the room if the microphone is not used in that area. Figure 40. Receiver Placement in a Large Room VoiceLift System • Installing the Receiver (Overview)

  • Page 47: Installation Overview

    Installation Overview The installation procedures are outlined in this section. For detailed descriptions and illustrations of these procedures, refer to the VoiceLift System Installation Guide. Stage 1: Installing the Receiver Base and Housing Installing in a drop ceiling Cut a hole 2 to 3 inches (51 to 76 mm) in diameter in the ceiling tile in which the receiver will be mounted.

  • Page 48: Stage 2: Installing The Ff 120 Speakers

    Configure the PoleVault system (refer to the PoleVault Systems Installation Guide, part number 68-1390-01). Set up the microphone (set the channels, apply the label, insert the battery, and attach the lanyard). Test the system: power on all devices and test the microphone audio. VoiceLift System • Installing the Receiver (Overview)

  • Page 49: Installation Types

    Stage 1b Stage 1d Ceiling Installation Junction Box Installation Stage 1c Pole Installation Wall Installation NOTE: Observe all local and national building and safety codes to ensure that the installation meets all regulatory standards. VoiceLift System • Installing the Receiver (Overview)

  • Page 50: Reference Information

    Reference Information This section provides reference information on the VoiceLift System, including the procedure for obtaining and uploading new firmware versions. The following topics are included: • Specifications — VLR 102 Receiver and VLR 102SR Secondary Receiver Specifications — VLP 102 Pendant Microphone •...

  • Page 51: Audio Output

    Vibration ........ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association) Regulatory compliance Safety ........c-UL, UL EMI/EMC ......... FCC Class B Environmental ......Complies with the appropriate requirements of RoHS and WEEE. MTBF ..........30,000 hours Warranty ........3 years parts and labor VoiceLift System • Reference Information...

  • Page 52: Specifications - Vlp 102 Pendant Microphone

    Environmental ......Complies with the appropriate requirements of RoHS and WEEE. Accessibility ......Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d) MTBF ..........30,000 hours Warranty Product ........3 years parts and labor Microphone battery ....90 days VoiceLift System • Reference Information...

  • Page 53: Specifications - Vlh 102 Handheld Microphone

    Environmental ......Complies with the appropriate requirements of RoHS and WEEE. Accessibility ......Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794d) MTBF ..........30,000 hours Warranty Product ........3 years parts and labor Microphone battery ....90 days VoiceLift System • Reference Information...

  • Page 54: Specifications - Vlc 102 Charging Station

    EMI/EMC ......... FCC Class B Environmental ......Complies with the appropriate requirements of ENERGY STAR (ENERGY ® STAR qualified power supply, efficiency level IV), RoHS, and WEEE. MTBF ..........30,000 hours Warranty ........3 years parts and labor VoiceLift System • Reference Information...

  • Page 55: Specifications - Pvs 305Sa Switcher/Power Amplifier

    Specifications — PVS 305SA Switcher/Power Amplifier VoiceLift receiver input ....1 female RJ-45, -10 dBV (316 mVrms) nominal level NOTE: All nominal levels are at ± 10%. Audio output ......... 1 line out, (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5-pole 1 power amplifier, 5.0 mm captive screw connector, 4-pole, 2 channels (stereo...

  • Page 56: Part Numbers And Accessories

    Part Numbers and Accessories The following tables list the items included in each VoiceLift System kit and the optional accessories that can be purchased. Included Parts — VoiceLift System Kits The VoiceLift System is available in the following package configurations:...
  • Page 57 VLM 2000H VoiceLift System kit, part number 42-139-22 Replacement Part Included Part Number VLP 102 Pendant Microphone 60-936-01 VLH 102 Handheld Microphone 60-937-01 VLR 102 IR Receiver 60-938-01 VLC 202 Charging Station 60-940-02 Wall charger/power supply 70-810-01 Z-bracket and screw...
  • Page 58 VLS 2000 VoiceLift System kit, part number 42-134-02 Replacement Part Included Part Number VLP 102 Pendant Microphone (2) 60-936-01 VLR 102 IR Receiver 60-938-01 VLC 102 Charging Station 60-940-01 PVS 305 PoleVault Switcher 60-986-01 3-pole captive screw connector 4-pole captive screw connector...

  • Page 59: Individual Voicelift Component Kits

    Student and Teacher microphone labels 33-1694-01 VoiceLift System User Instruction Card Individual VoiceLift Component Kits Kits for VoiceLift components can be purchased and added to the VoiceLift system. The following kits are available: VoiceLift VLP 102 Pendant Microphone kit, part number 60-936-01 Included Part...

  • Page 60: Optional Accessories

    Part Number VLC 202 Charging Station 60-940-02 VoiceLift System Setup Guide Optional Accessories The following items can be purchased from Extron for use with the VoiceLift System. Accessory Part Number Lanyard clip and screw 70-789-01 Battery door (for VLP 102 Pendant Microphone) 70-811-21 VoiceLift System •...

  • Page 61: Updating The Firmware

    If the need arises, you can replace the receiver firmware via an RS-232 connection without opening the unit or changing firmware chips. Downloading a Firmware File To obtain the latest version of VoiceLift System firmware, Visit the Extron website (www.extron.com) and click the Download tab.
  • Page 62 A Release Notes file, giving information on what has changed in the new firmware version, and a set of instructions for updating the firmware are also loaded. (See “Updating the Firmware Using the Firmware Loader,” on the next page.) VoiceLift System • Reference Information...

  • Page 63: Updating Firmware Using The Firmware Loader

    Updating Firmware Using the Firmware Loader The Extron Firmware Loader software enables you to upload firmware to the VoiceLift receiver. If you do not already have this software installed on your computer, you can obtain it from the Extron website at www.extron.com.
  • Page 64 Add Device window and display the selected device on the Firmware Loader window. If you did not add a firmware file in step 5, on the Firmware Loader window in the New Firmware File column (see double-click on <double click to set> figure 45). VoiceLift System • Reference Information...
  • Page 65 Figure 46. Choose Firmware File Window The Choose Firmware File window closes. The new firmware file name is displayed on the Firmware Loader window in the New Firmware File column. VoiceLift System • Reference Information...
  • Page 66 When the firmware update is finished, “Completed” appears above the progress bar, Progress field displays “100%,” and the Status field displays “Completed” (see figure 48). Close the Firmware Loader window. Figure 48. Firmware Upload Completed VoiceLift System • Reference Information...
  • Page 67 Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage.

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