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Clear-Com FreeSpeak II Integra User Manual

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FreeSpeak II Integra
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Eclipse HX 10.0 and above
Part Number: 399G262 Rev A
Date: July 31, 2018

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  • Page 1 User Guide FreeSpeak II Integra User Guide Eclipse HX 10.0 and above Part Number: 399G262 Rev A Date: July 31, 2018...
  • Page 2 Clear-Com, an HME Company. Clear-Com Offices are located in California, USA; Cambridge, UK; Dubai, UAE; Montreal, Canada; and Beijing, China. Specific addresses and contact information can be found on Clear-Com’s corporate website: www.clearcom.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Table of contents 1 Important Safety instructions 1.1 Safety symbols 2 Introduction to FreeSpeak II® 2.1 An FS II communication system 2.2 FreeSpeak II with an FSII Transceiver (1.9 and 2.4) 2.3 FreeSpeak II with an FSII IP Transceiver 2.4 FSII 1.9 GHz/FSII 2.4 GHz...
  • Page 4 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 6.1 FS II IP Transceiver 7 Operating the FS II Transceiver 7.1 FS II Transceiver 8 Transceiver splitter (PD2203) 8.1 PD2203 Front connector panel 8.2 Matrix connection indicator light 8.3 Matrix connector 8.4 Splitter-to-transceiver signal indicator light 8.5 Transceiver connectors...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Use only chargers provided by HME/Clear-Com to charge the battery packs or beltpacks. These include: BAT60 Battery pack and beltpack charger manufactured by HME/Clear-...

  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    1SI050200 provided by HME/Clear-Com with your beltpack. This product uses Lithium Ion Batteries which can be a fire hazard, if used improperly. Use only HME/Clear-Com supplied BAT60 or equivalent battery packs to ensure safe operation of the beltpack. When using AA Batteries follow all safety instructions from manufacturer. Do not mix different battery chemistries.

  • Page 7: Introduction To Freespeak

    FS II transceiver that operates using E1 digital transmission FS II IP transceiver (IPT) that leverages your existing IP infrastructure for convenience and ease of installation. With FreeSpeak II Integra, wireless beltpack users can communicate with any Eclipse HX panel users on a one-to-one or group basis. Note: This User Guide covers the use of FS II with a matrix only (FS II Integra).
  • Page 8 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra An Eclipse HX matrix (Omega, Median or Delta) with an E-IPA-HX card or E- Que card. The transceiver network that provide custom coverage zones in which beltpacks can operate. Beltpacks can roam freely between coverage zones.
  • Page 9 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Page 9...
  • Page 10 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Note: The E-IPA-HX card with IP Transceiver offers twice the beltpack density compared to the E-Que card . Page 10...

  • Page 11: Freespeak Ii With An Fsii Transceiver (1.9 And 2.4)

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra FreeSpeak II with an FSII Transceiver (1.9 and 2.4) Using a transceiver splitter allows up to five transceivers to be connected to each transceiver port. Each E-Que card can connect to two splitters and so support up to 10 transceivers.
  • Page 12 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra The IP transceiver is used with the E-IPA-HX card (Eclipse 10.0 and above software). E-IPA-HX card operates on a license basis. You can buy a card with a 16, 32, 48 or 64 port license.

  • Page 13: Fsii 1.9 Ghz/Fsii 2.4 Ghz

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra FSII 1.9 GHz/FSII 2.4 GHz Page 13...

  • Page 14: National Radio Carrier Frequencies

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra National Radio Carrier Frequencies The carrier frequencies allocated for a radio space vary according to location. This affects the amount of belt packs that can be supported in one RF area. Page 14...
  • Page 15 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Number of carrier Location Maximum belt packs in one RF cell frequencies 25 belt packs, 50 beltpacks with the United States FreeSpeak II IP Transceiver European Union 50 beltpacks, 100 beltpacks with the and elsewhere...

  • Page 16: Installing A System

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Installing a system This chapter explains how to install a FreeSpeak II system, including cable connections, registering beltpacks and performing a site survey to optimize system performance. A FreeSpeak II system can be used with an Omega, Median or Delta matrix.

  • Page 17: Adding The E-Que Card For An Fs Ii Transceiver Or Splitter To The Matrix

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Note: You cannot have both E-IPA-HX cards and E-Que card on the same matrix. Adding the E-Que card for an FS II transceiver or splitter to the matrix Note: You can only use the FS II splitter with FS II transceivers that connect to an E-Que card.
  • Page 18 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 2. Do either of the following: Double click the slot. Right click the slot and select Set Card Type. 3. A drop-down menu is displayed, listing the available card types. Select an FS II transceiver or splitter from the drop-down menu.
  • Page 19 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 3.3.3 Selecting an FS II-TA transceiver card type Selecting an FS II-TA transceiver card type automatically configures an E-Que card with eight transceiver ports (1 to 8 on the rear card). Each of those transceiver ports provides five user ports and one control port.

  • Page 20: Connecting To Transceivers

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra five transceivers and each transceiver provides five beltpack ports. Note: At this stage you might choose to register all of the beltpacks with the matrix, or at least register one or two for system setup and testing. See Eclipse HX Software Configuration User Guide, 5.59 FreeSpeak II Beltpacks.
  • Page 21 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra splitter which is then located just inside the stadium. From that splitter, up to five transceivers are distributed throughout the stadium to create wide coverage – each with a run of CAT-5 cable back to the splitter. A similar arrangement may be used in a large theatre or performing arts facility.
  • Page 22 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Note: Page 22...

  • Page 23: Operating The Wireless Beltpack

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Operating the wireless beltpack This chapter explains how to operate the FS II beltpack. It contains the following sections: Overview of the wireless beltpack on page 23 Beltpack user controls on page 26 Using the beltpack on page 31...
  • Page 24 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Partyline display mode – displays role name, signal strength, battery level and volume levels for channel A and channel B. Page 24...
  • Page 25 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Key to display layout Feature Description Label for key A assignment. Label for key B assignment. Label for Key C Assignment or CALL key for Key A if not assigned. Label for Key D Assignment or CALL key for Key B if not assigned.

  • Page 26: Beltpack User Controls

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Beltpack user controls 4.2.1 Top controls Key to beltpack top controls Feature Description Talk key A and B. Press to talk or listen on channel A and channel B. Talk key C. Press to talk or listen on channel C.In menu mode, press to cancel menu.
  • Page 27 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 4.2.2 Beltpack display The following table lists the beltpack display icons and indicators. Beltpack display icons and indicators Name Icon Description A descriptive name for the channel. The maximum Key label length is 10 characters.
  • Page 28 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Beltpack headset tones/alerts Repeats as long as beltpack is out of range. Mid beep.  Menu button Mid, on 100ms, off 100ms.  Triggers on entering menu mode. Mid beep. Power button Mid, on 100ms, off 100ms, repeated while power button pressed.
  • Page 29 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Key to beltpack front controls Feature Description Right rotary level control. Turn clockwise or counter-clockwise to adjust volume.In menu mode, turn clockwise or counter-clockwise to navigate the menus. Power button. Press to power up or power down the beltpack.
  • Page 30 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Key to beltpack bottom connectors LED torch LED torch control Headset socket (4-pin XLR–M)  Function Mic ground Mic + Earphone ground Earphone Headset socket pin out Headset socket (7-pin XLR–M)  Function Mic ground Mic +...

  • Page 31: Using The Beltpack

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 4.2.6 Beltpack rear panel Key to beltpack rear panel Feature Description Beltpack clip Beltpack battery compartment Using the beltpack 4.3.1 Registering the beltpack Before you can use a beltpack, you must first register it with the FreeSpeak II system.
  • Page 32 Charging the beltpack The beltpack batteries are located inside the beltpack battery compartment. The beltpack can use a Clear-Com rechargeable Li-Ion battery or AA batteries. The AC60 battery charger can charge up to five batteries simultaneously. To recharge the beltpack battery: 1.
  • Page 33 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 4.3.3 How to set AA battery type: Nickel-metal hydride (NiMHi) or Alkaline for wireless beltpacks FreeSpeak II wireless beltpacks are supplied with Li-Ion batteries and battery charger.  However, in some cases you may wish to use AA batteries.  You may need to use standard AA alkaline batteries, or in a high atmospheric pressure (hyperbaric) environment, where you can’t use Li-ion batteries, you may need to...
  • Page 34 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra communication possible. For example, a key could be programmed to call a partyline channel, with both talk and listen enabled. You can program the beltpack keys by using the Eclipse HX software. For more information, see the Eclipse HX Configuration Software User Guide.
  • Page 35 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra To adjust the listen level during talk or listen from the beltpack: During talk and listen, use the rotary level control to increase or decrease the incoming volume level (“listen level”) for that assignment. Note: You can also configure the incoming audio volume using the EHX software.
  • Page 36 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 3. Select the Wireless radio button. There are two further options: Automatic – select this option to automatically upgrade the beltpack when it is switched on. Prompted – select this option to allow the beltpack user to confirm the upgrade.

  • Page 37: Programming On The Beltpack

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Programming on the beltpack This chapter explains how to program the beltpack using the beltpack's menu system. It contains the following sections: Introduction to programming on the beltpack on page 37 Configuring the beltpack volume settings on page 39...
  • Page 38 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra System Connect Site Survey Note: The menus that appear depend on the menu access level. See Setting full menu access on page To select a submenu turn either of the two rotary dials clockwise. This will scroll down the submenu options.

  • Page 39: Configuring The Beltpack Volume Settings

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Configuring the beltpack volume settings You can configure the following: The volume on each of the four channels The beltpack master volume The volume of the line-in feed. 5.2.1 Configuring the beltpack channel volumes and master volume Each of the four beltpack channel volume levels is configurable separately.
  • Page 40 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 1. To enter the beltpack menu, press and hold the Menu key. 2. Turn either rotary control clockwise to highlight Vol Level Ctrl, and press the Menu Select key (D). The Volume Level Control screen appears:...

  • Page 41: Configuring The Beltpack Headset

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Master 4. To confirm the selection and exit the menu screen, press the Menu Select key. Configuring the beltpack headset You can configure the following headset settings: Headset autodetect Headset sidetone level Headset limiter The menus that appear depend on the menu access level. See...

  • Page 42: Configuring The Beltpack Microphone

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 3. Use either rotary control to select the sidetone level between -70dB and 0dB. 4. To confirm the selection and exit the menu screen, press the Menu Select key. 5.3.3 Setting the headset limiter Use this setting to limit the incoming headset audio level to prevent excessive sound levels.

  • Page 43: Configuring The Beltpack Display And Leds

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 4. To confirm the selection and exit the menu screen, press the Menu Select key (D). Note: If automatic headset detection is ON: Dynamic headset is detected if microphone impedance is between 90 – 320 Ohms Electret headset is detected if microphone impedance is between 1.3 –...

  • Page 44: Configuring The Beltpack Alarm Options

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 1. To enter the beltpack menu, press and hold the Menu key. 2. Use the rotary and Menu Select keys to select Settings > Display Options > Brightness Level 3. Use either rotary control to select the dim level between 1 and 5 (default).
  • Page 45 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Out of range alarm Call alert mode Note: See 4.2.3 Beltpack headset tones/alerts for a description of tones and alerts. 5.6.1 Setting the low battery alarm Use this setting to determine how the beltpack behaves when battery power is low.
  • Page 46 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 5.6.3 Setting the out of range alarm Use this setting to determine what kind of alarm the beltpack issues when it moves out or range of a transceiver. You can set the following alarms: Audio on 1.

  • Page 47: Selecting The Beltpack Role Default Set

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Selecting the beltpack role default set Use this setting to set the beltpack configuration to the default settings defined in the EHX configuration map for that role. 1. To enter the beltpack menu, press and hold the Menu key.

  • Page 48: Setting The Listen Again Option

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 5.8.2 Setting full menu access Use this setting to override the menu access for the beltpack role. The following menu access levels apply: None Basic Normal Advanced If this setting is not enabled, the menu access is set in the EHX software to one of the above four levels.

  • Page 49: Control Audio On Keys C & D (Beltpack)(Advanced Menu Option Only)

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra message, and also how long the message is stored on the beltpack before automatic deletion. To play back a recorded message, press the Menu button. To select the length of the recording: 1. To enter the beltpack menu, press and hold the Menu key.

  • Page 50: Accessing Beltpack Information

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra adjust C & D, use another quick tap of the menu key. To switch quickly between A & B and C & D, tap the menu key to toggle. 5.11 Accessing beltpack information You can access a list of beltpack information, including battery and fault-finding information.

  • Page 51: Enabling Over The Air (Ota) Registration Mode From A Beltpack

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 1. To enter the beltpack menu, press and hold the Menu key. 2. Use the rotary and Menu Select keys to select System Connect. A list of available systems appears on the beltpack screen. 3. Use the rotary control to select a system.

  • Page 52: Performing A Site Survey

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 2. Go to Settings > Admin Options. 3. Enter the Menu Access code using the left and right hand rotary controllers on the beltpack. If the Menu Access code is successful, the beltpack will display the Enable Pair Mode screen.

  • Page 53: Operating The Fs Ii Ip Transceiver (Ipt)

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Operating the FS II IP Transceiver (IPT) This chapter describes how to use the FreeSpeak II IP transceiver. For information about operating the FS II Transceiver that connects to an E-Que card, see Operating the FS II Transceiver on page...
  • Page 54 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 6.1.2 FS II IP Transceiver connector panel Warning: do not connect more than one IP port to your IP network. This may lead to a broadcast storm and could seriously degrade the performance of your network.
  • Page 55 You should periodically clean the filters with warm water and let them dry. Replace them if they are damaged. Clear-Com recommends that you clean the internal filters every 1 to 2 months, and that you clean the external filter every 18 to 24 months.
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  • Page 58 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 6.1.5 Resetting to default If you require to reset the IP Transceiver to default: 1. Press and hold the Mode button for at least 12 seconds. This will reset the IP Transceiver to DHCP mode, and remove any stored diagnostics.
  • Page 59 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 6.1.7 Connecting the FS II IP Transceivers to a matrix The FS II IP transceiver connects to an E-IPA-HX card in an Eclipse HX matrix (Omega, Median or Delta). You can connect the transceiver to one of the LAN ports (LAN 1 - 4). For a fiber connection, connect the IPT to LAN 5 or LAN 6.
  • Page 60 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra When connecting the E-IPA-HX card to the IP transceiver over your network certain scenarios will work while others do not. This is down to the way the E-IPA card routes audio and data between ports and processors.
  • Page 61 Clear-Com swtich recommendations document. AES67 connections to the IP transceiver can be put on ports 1-6 (RJ45 or Fiber). Default: LAN 3. Clear-Com recommends that AES67 traffic has its own broadcast domain, for example its own VLAN or physical network. Page 61...
  • Page 62 PTP accuracy. The Multicast enabled switch must be ON. Clear-Com recommends that you keep the AES67 ports of the IPT and the E- IPA card on separate layer 2 networks from the Admin & IVC ports.
  • Page 63 Run standard Ethernet cable from one of the LAN connectors on the back of the E- IPA-HX card to either LAN 1 or LAN 2 on the IP Transceiver via an IP switch. Clear-Com recommends that you use Cat5/6a shielded cable. 6.1.9...
  • Page 64 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Note: If you are adding more than one port, you can enter values in the Characters to Replace and Seed value fields to automatically generate labels. For example if you enter Label 0 in the Label field, and...
  • Page 65 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Offline configuration Use the + IP TCVR button to add transceivers to your configuration (offline configuration). To connect the matrix and the transceiver, input the transceiver mDNS Hostname or IP address into transceiver Properties and click Apply Map to Matrix.
  • Page 66 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra card. However, for connection between the transceiver and the card, the devices must be on the same subnet. Note: If you reset an IPT to default settings, the device reverts to DHCP. To reset the IPT, press and hold the Mode button on the transceiver base until the status light turns red (approx 12 seconds).
  • Page 67 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Blue: Transceiver is available. Amber: Transceiver is configured, but not connected to the matrix. A download is required. Green: Transceiver is connected to the matrix. Gray: Transceiver is connected to another matrix, but it is not online.
  • Page 68 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 2. Select the AES67 tab, and then deslect DHCP Enabled. 3. Enter the required static IP address, and then Apply Changes. 4. Click Close. 5. Navigate to Hardware > Transceivers. 6. Click the cog icon for the required transceiver. The Transceiver Properties screen appears.
  • Page 69 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Note: You cannot set static IP addresses that are within the Link Local range (169.254.0.0 to 169.254.255.255) 9. Click the tick or cross icon to accept or discard changes. 10. Click Close. 11. Click Apply Map to Matrix.
  • Page 70 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra If the IPT is using a PoE connection, adding a local power supply interrupts the power supply for 1 to 2 seconds. If the IPT is using both local and PoE, if you remove the local power supply connection, the IPT power supply is interrupted for 1 to 2 seconds and then continues using the PoE supply.
  • Page 71 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 6.1.14 Upgrading by USB connection Place the *tar.gz upgrade image onto a USB stick in a folder named firmware_ upgrade located in the root of the USB FAT32 file system. Note: Make sure that there is only one upgrade image in the folder. If not, the incorrect image might be upgraded.
  • Page 72 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra If the AES67 IP address on the transceiver changes, the device will reboot. This may take up to 5 mins. 6.1.17 General network and switching rules The following table lists general system and switch requirements for small, medium and large configurations.
  • Page 73 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra The proprietary technology within FS II permits the beltpack user to go between coverage zones created by different transceivers connected to the Matrix, and for the system to hand over the communication between beltpack and Matrix from one transceiver to the next one.
  • Page 74 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra potential areas of low RF signal; adjust the positioning of the transceivers as needed. Because of potential body shielding during movement, it is useful to place two transceivers in different locations within larger working areas to minimize low- level signals and potential signal dropouts.

  • Page 75: Operating The Fs Ii Transceiver

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Operating the FS II Transceiver This chapter describes the FS II Transceiver that connects to an E-Que card in the matrix. For information about the FreeSpeak II IP Transceiver, see Operating the FS II IP Transceiver (IPT) on page...
  • Page 76 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Key to transceivers Feature Description USB connector. Used to upgrade the firmware in the FS II-TA. Matrix connector. This RJ-45/etherCON connector is used to connect the bi-directional signal from the matrix, directly or via the splitter. Up...
  • Page 77 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Transceiver mode – connect directly to transceiver (up to 8 transceivers per E-Que card) Splitter mode – connect to transceiver via splitter (up to 2 splitters; 10 transceivers per card). Note: A matrix system can support up to four E-Que-HX cards (six for an Omega matrix).
  • Page 78 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Transceiver Mode Page 78...
  • Page 79 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Splitter mode Connect matrix to splitter or transceivers Once you have set the card type in EHX, run standard Ethernet cable (Cat 5e/6) from the RJ45 connectors on the back of the E-Que card to the ports labeled Matrix on the splitter or transceiver.
  • Page 80 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Connect splitters to transceiver Run standard Ethernet cable from one of the RJ45 connectors on the splitter to the RJ45 connector labelled Base/Matrix on the transceiver. Cable lengths, matrix to splitters and transceivers Page 80...
  • Page 81 For more information on the coverage range of the FS II-TA, see 3.5 Determining coverage areas on page Note: For most working systems, Clear-Com recommends a ratio of 2-4 users per transceiver due to system losses. 7.1.5 Placing the transceivers and splitters...
  • Page 82 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra The next step is to begin placing transceivers and splitters to provide the necessary coverage areas for all of the beltpacks. The first placements of transceivers and splitters will be experimental and temporary. After placing the transceivers, walk through the coverage areas to check for gaps and then re-locate the transceivers accordingly.
  • Page 83 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra both power (green) and signal (amber) LEDs. If the amber data LED flashes, a data link is established, and if the LED is solid, DECT synchronization is established and the system is ready to use.
  • Page 84 Cells can be completely overlapped for density (by co-locating multiple transceivers). Cells can be overlapped at boundaries (increases radio coverage). For most working systems Clear-Com uses a ratio of 3-4 (1.9GHz) or 2-3 (2.4GHz) users per transceiver. This is to allow seamless roaming in all scenarios. Note: Under ideal conditions, the maximum range between an FS II beltpack and a transceiver is 500 metres.
  • Page 85 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra distance estimates to make sure that enough transceivers are included to provide the necessary coverage for the installation. Remember that additional transceivers may be added to a Matrix. 7.1.8 FS II Transceiver setup rules and tips...
  • Page 86 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 3. Put the beltpack into Site Survey mode using the beltpack menu. See Operating the wireless beltpack on page 23. The following figures show the information that the Site Survey mode displays for connected and unconnected beltpacks.
  • Page 87 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra below 30 the beltpack may start losing audio. This is the limit of the coverage zone. A high Received Signal strength indication and a high Error rate may indicate that there is another RF system causing interference.
  • Page 88 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra In-band interference from an RF source broadcasting in the DECT area of the spectrum. This can be verified using a DECT band monitor or by using a Spectrum Analyzer. Long Delay Spread Multipath, where the signal is bounced off a number of reflective surfaces, such as metal ceilings, gantries, walkways or other large structures.
  • Page 89 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra may be required (remember that the 2.4 band will support one less beltpack per transceiver). Conditions affecting coverage areas The environment in which a system is located affects the coverage area for any particular beltpack/transceiver combination. The presence of walls, floors, ceilings, trees, shrubbery, people, and numerous other items may affect the coverage zone.
  • Page 90 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 6. When you have found the transceiver to pair to (it will be showing a ‘P’ to indicate that it is ready to be paired to the beltpack) press button D to select the transceiver and connect the beltpack to it.
  • Page 91 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra 7.1.12 Upgrading by USB connection 1. Connect the transceiver to a USB port on the computer running the EHX software. 2. Select Tools > Apply Wireless Firmware Via USB. 3. Browse to the location of the upgrade file, and then select Update Firmware.

  • Page 92: Transceiver Splitter (Pd2203)

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Transceiver splitter (PD2203) Note: The transceiver splitter is only used with the E1 FreeSpeak II transceivers. It is not used with the IP transceiver. The PD2203 transceiver splitter is the device that connects multiple transceivers to the matrix.

  • Page 93: Splitter-To-Transceiver Signal Indicator Light

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra It is recommended that shielded Ethernet cable (for instance, CAT-5/5e/6) is used. Splitter-to-transceiver signal indicator light These yellow lights indicate that a connection from the matrix is available to the particular transceiver connected to that port.

  • Page 94: Power Indicator

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Power Indicator This green LED indicates that the splitter is receiving power from the external power supply. DC IN power connector This connector is used to locally power the transceiver splitter with the supplied universal power supply. Use of local power is required.

  • Page 95: Specifications

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Specifications FreeSpeak II Beltpack Specification Value Beltpack Frequency 100 Hz to 7.1 kHz Response Beltpack Assignment-Select 2, used to edit beltpack menu options Buttons Number of sumultaneous Up to 7 including Reply Key and two PTT keys.

  • Page 96: Freespeak Ii Ip Transceiver

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra FreeSpeak II IP Transceiver Specification Value Beltpacks Supported Per 10 in one cellular zone Transceiver Transceiver Transmission Range Up to 500 m (1475 ft.), line of sight Local Powering 12VDC power supply or 5V (USB) or 48V PoE 1GB (1000Base), <250mA maximum current...

  • Page 97: Freespeak Ii Transceiver Splitter

    User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra Specification Value Mounting Three fixing holes 50 x 140 x 175 mm (dwh) Dimensions (2.0 x 5.5 x 6.9 inches) Weight Approx. 460g (16.1 oz) FreeSpeak II Transceiver Splitter Specification Value Number of Transceivers Supported...

  • Page 98: Notice About Specifications

    Notice about specifications While Clear-Com makes every attempt to maintain the accuracy of the information contained in its product manuals, that information is subject to change without notice. Performance specifications included in this manual are design-center specifications and are included for customer guidance and to facilitate system installation.

  • Page 99: Regulatory Compliance

    Clear-Com specifications Caution: Use of accessories and peripherals other than those recommended by Clear-Com may void the product's compliance as well as the user's authority to operate the equipment. FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 100 User Guide| FreeSpeak II Integra - This product may not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. - The beltpack has been tested to comply with FCC/IC/EC RF Exposure requirements in body-worn position. Use of third party clips or holsters with the beltpack may not ensure compliance with FCC/IC/EC RF exposure requirements and should be avoided.
  • Page 101 The European Union (EU) WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) places an obligation on producers (manufacturers, distributors and/or retailers) to take-back electronic products at the end of their useful life. The WEEE Directive covers most Clear-Com products being sold into the EU as of August 13, 2005. Manufacturers, distributors and retailers are obliged to finance the costs of recovery from municipal collection points, reuse, and recycling of specified percentages per the WEEE requirements.
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