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  • Page 1 ® ® TFX UM_D0000097_2014_RevB...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ......................... 3 General Description ......................3 System Features ........................ 3 System Overview ......................4 Unpacking ........................4 Tempest FX BaseStation ....................... 5 Tempest Wired Interface (TWI) ....................7 Remote Transceiver (RT) ...................... 8 Wired BeltPack........................8 Wireless BeltPack....................... 9 Equipment Setup ......................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Tempest FX offers the same powerful technology that our D1-A customers rely on each game day. In order to get the most out of your new Tempest FX system, please take a few moments to read this manual completely so that you better understand the operation of this product.

  • Page 4: System Overview

    Number of Users — The Tempest FX system supports up to 12 coaches in the press box and an unlimited number of Wireless BeltPacks. Each Tempest FX BaseStation can support up to 5 Wireless BeltPacks operating in normal, full duplex communication.

  • Page 5: Tempest Fx Basestation

    CoachComm, LLC Tempest FX Wireless System Tempest FX BaseStation Front 1 - ON/OFF Switch 2 - USB Programming Port (firmware updates) 3 - BeltPack Program Port 4 - Wired Intercom Interface (A–D) 5 - Intercom Select Switches 6 - LCD Display 7 - BeltPack Settings Access Buttons (1–5)
  • Page 6 Tempest FX Wireless System CoachComm, LLC Back 1 - AC Power In 2 - DC Power In 3 - Antenna Port 4 - Wired Intercom Connections (A–D) 5 - Stage Announce (SA) 6 - Aux In 7 - Aux Out...

  • Page 7: Tempest Wired Interface (Twi)

    CoachComm, LLC Tempest FX Wireless System Tempest Wired Interface (TWI) Front 1 - Power LED 2 - Channel A/B Ports (1–6) 3 - Channel C/D Ports (1–6) Back 1 - DC Power Out 2 - DC Power In 3 - Channel A XLRs...

  • Page 8: Remote Transceiver (Rt)

    Tempest FX Wireless System CoachComm, LLC Remote Transceiver (RT) 1 - RX (Receive) LED 2 - TX (Transmit) LED 3 - SYNC LED 4 - CONFIG (Configuration) LED 5 - BASESTATION LINK (RJ-45) 6 - POWER LED 7 - Antenna Port...

  • Page 9: Wireless Beltpack

    CoachComm, LLC Tempest FX Wireless System Wireless BeltPack Front 1 - A/B TALK Button 2 - C/D TALK Button 3 - A/B Channel/Volume Knob 4 - C/D Channel/Volume Knob 5 - MENU Button 6 - ENTER Button 7 - LCD Display...

  • Page 10: Equipment Setup

    Antenna System The Tempest FX system comes with two antenna options: an Omni-directional (whip) Antenna and a Directional Antenna. It is recommended that you use the Directional Antenna System in conjunction with your Remote Transceiver.

  • Page 11: Tempest Wired Interface & Wired Beltpacks

    1–2 times into the palm of your hand. The battery should fall out of the BeltPack. Note: Tempest FX Wireless BeltPacks come with rechargeable Lithium batteries but can also operate on (3) AA batteries in the event the Lithium batteries are not charged or lost.

  • Page 12: System Operation

    Tempest Wired Interface CoachComm’s Tempest FX Press Box Main Unit comes pre-configured and easy to use with a very low learning curve. The main unit’s interconnectivity between the Tempest Wired Interface and the Tempest FX BaseStation(s) is pre-wired at CoachComm. Once you have completed the system setup procedures listed under Equipment Setup (pages 10–11) your main unit is ready to use.

  • Page 13: Remote Transceiver

    CoachComm, LLC Tempest FX Wireless System Use the (gray) VOL knob to adjust volume of headset and change the channel that the user talks or listens on. To talk, press the TALK button. Remote Transceiver Antenna Port — This port is the connection point for the whip antenna or the RP-TNC end of the co-axial antenna cable.
  • Page 14 — The Tempest FX BaseStation has two programming ports. The “USB” port is used to update BaseStation firmware released by CoachComm. This is performed using a USB to USB-B cable. The “Program” port is used to pair Wireless BeltPacks to BaseStations. This is performed using a standard 1/8” to 1/8” mini-stereo cable.

  • Page 15: Game Day Quickstart

    CoachComm, LLC Tempest FX Wireless System Game Day QuickStart Set Up the Main Unit Unpack Rack Unit, antennas, Wired BeltPacks, and other accessories. Position the Main Unit out of the way to avoid coaches and other traffic. Plug the main rack unit in, but do NOT turn on power to BaseStation(s).

  • Page 16: Game Day Tips

    Tempest FX Wireless System CoachComm, LLC Game Day Tips Avoid surprises and know your surroundings — When possible, always conduct a site visit to the venues you will be visiting. This will help you prepare for proper antenna placement and any work-arounds that may be needed due to existing conditions. If a site visit is not possible, contact your opponent and find out as much as you can about the size of the booth, power availability, and the type of windows in the booth.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    CoachComm, LLC Tempest FX Wireless System Troubleshooting Process of Elimination When it comes to troubleshooting issues, it is all about the process of elimination. For example, if a noise or static is present on the FX system, it is likely one component causing the issue, and everyone else just hears it. Narrowing down the culprit is key to solving the issue.

  • Page 18: Specifications

    Tempest FX Wireless System CoachComm, LLC Specifications System Specifications RF Frequency 2400 to 2480 MHz RF Scheme FHSS with TDMA Effective Radiated Power 100 mW using 2 dBi antenna Receiver Sensitivity -100 dBm for 10-5 BER Radio Certification FCC Part 15, Canadian RSS-210, license free Transmission Range 1,000 feet under ideal conditions (500 ft.

  • Page 19: Customer Support

    CoachComm Tempest FX products are warranted by CoachComm, LLC to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of sale. The sole obligation of CoachComm, LLC during the warranty period is to provide, without charge, parts and labor necessary to remedy covered defects appearing in products returned prepaid to CoachComm, LLC.

  • Page 20: Fcc Statement

    I. Digital Device Statement a) CoachComm Tempest FX Systems have been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules and Regulations of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (the FCC). These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 21: About Coachcomm, Llc

    Whip Antenna supplied by CoachComm, or the optional Directional Antenna available from CoachComm, whichever of the two is used with the Tempest FX system. If used, the Directional Antenna must be mounted and aimed so that people do not obstruct the antenna’s view of the sideline and the playing field.

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