Q5X QT-5000 Manual

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Remote Control Audio System

Description

This document describes the use of the QT-5000 transmitter module and Remote Control Audio System

(RCAS).

History

Rev 1

Original

Rev 2

Updates

Rev 3

Added information about QT-5000 LED colours and blink patterns.

Rev 4

Update Software section

Rev 4.1

Added Technical detail for 802.15.4

Rev 5

Updated to Windows 7. Added any related changes.

Rev 6

Added Mounting Instructions

QT-5000 Module

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Page 1 QT-5000 Module & Remote Control Audio System Rev: 6 Description This document describes the use of the QT-5000 transmitter module and Remote Control Audio System (RCAS). History Rev 1 Original Rev 2 Updates Rev 3 Added information about QT-5000 LED colours and blink patterns.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Table of Contents Description ..............................1 History ................................1 Information to User ............................3 Certification..............................3 Module Intergation into End Products ......................3 Introduction ..............................4 Module mounting instruction ........................6 The QT-5000 Transmitter ..........................9 Out-of-the-Box Setup ..........................
Page 3: Information To User
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 FCC Notices: Information to users: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1.) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2.) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 4 The module integrator must: 1) Ensure that the QT-5000 module antenna is mounted in such a way that the minimum spacing of 10 mm is maintained between the antenna and the wearer at all times.
Page 5: Certification
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 The module integrator may not: 1) Alter, modify or remove the module case. 2) Make changes to the Circuit Card Assembly of the module. 3) Remove, change or alter the integrated UHF antenna or the 802.15.4 antenna.
Page 6 Mounting of the QT-5000 module must provide a solid, reliable, mechanical connection between the module and the tap shoe. If the QT-5000 module is not securely fastened to the tap shoe, it may become separated from the shoe during dancing and could cause harm to the wearer, the audience member or the module.
Page 7 QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 The T-nuts provide a threaded insert for the transmitter pod to screw into. The insole is pulled back from the foot bed and the T-nuts are flush mounted into the foot bed from the top side of the shoe.
Page 8 If the opening is too tight pressure can be transferred onto the transmitter during dancing and could damage the module. Figure 8 – Transmitter mounting The QT-5000 module is then securely mounted to the transmitter with two 1” long #4 screws. QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 8 of 30...
Page 9: The Qt-5000 Transmitter
It is recommended that each time the charger is disconnected from the QT-5000, the Reset Key (which is attached to the cable of the charger) should be inserted into the charge port, held for 1 second, and then removed.
Page 10: Status Led
RED – The battery level is unusable and must be charged. Status LED Blink Patterns The blink pattern of the Status LED indicates the mode of the QT-5000. STANDBY Mode (no audio) – The LED is off for 2.5 seconds and on for ¼ of a second, and repeats.
Page 11: Miccontrol Software
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 MicControl Software Gateway Manager All Gateway management (adding, deleting, configuring) is performed from the Gateway Manager window. Adding Gateways Note: To add or delete gateways, the software must be disconnected from all gateways.
Page 12 QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Finding a Gateway To find a gateway on the net, click the “Find” button and follow the instructions. Setting the IP Address of If the IP address of the gateway(s) on the network needs to be a Gateway configured, click the “Find”...
Page 13: Connecting To The Gateways
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Connecting to the Gateways To start the communications to the Gateways, from the Gateway Manager window, click the “Connect” button. QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 13 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012...
Page 14: Configuring The Gateway
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Configuring the Gateway configure Gateway, from the in Gateway Manager, select the Gateway to configured, then click on the “Config” button. Note: The Gateway must be connected before trying to Configure Gateway.
Page 15 QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 following window will appear. Name This is the friendly name of the Gateway. RF Modem The RF Modem Channel is the 2.4 GHz telemetry channel that the Gateway uses to Channel communicate to the Transmitters.
Page 16: Session Setup
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Session Setup Adding a Transmitter to the Session 1. To add transmitters to the session: From the “Transmitter” menu, select “Add…”. • Or, click the Add Transmitter button from the toolbar. •...
Page 17: Transmitter Panel
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Transmitter Panel Each transmitter has a panel with 3 tabs: Status & Control • Configuration • Miscellaneous. • Tab1 - Status & Control Tab 2 - Configuration Tab 3 - Miscellaneous QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 17 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc.
Page 18: Tab 1 - Status And Control Tab
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Tab 1 – Status and Control Tab Heartbeat Indicator Each transmitter sends out a heartbeat approximately every 2.5 seconds that contains all status and configuration information. At the top of the transmitter panel is the heartbeat indicator.
Page 19 QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Mute Control The following panel contains Mute On the mute control buttons and status. Mute Off Indicates that the command to change the mute state has been sent and that the software is waiting for a response.
Page 20: Tab 2 - Configuration Tab
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Tab 2 – Configuration Tab Tab 2 contains most of the configurable settings of the Configuration Tab transmitter. To edit any of settings, one must first put the panel into Edit mode by pressing the Edit button. Once it is in Edit mode, the button will turn pink.
Page 21: Tab 3 - Miscellaneous Tab
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Tab 3 – Miscellaneous Tab The Heartbeat Interval sets how long a transmitter waits until a Heartbeat Interval/Duration heartbeat is sent out. The Heartbeat Duration sets how long a transmitter waits for a reply to a heartbeat from the Gateway/Software.
Page 22 QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Heartbeat Logging When a heartbeat is received from the transmitter, it contains configuration and status information. This information can be logged for diagnostic and informational purposes. When enabled, the following information is logged to a comma...
Page 23: Customizing Group Names
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Customizing Group Names The Transmitters can be configured into groups so they can be powered on and off in batches. To customize the Group Names: 1. Open the Group Editor by clicking the Tools menu and selecting “Edit Groups…”.
Page 24: Troubleshooting
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Troubleshooting The USB port does not appear in the Gateway Manager. Verify that the drivers are installed properly. To confirm that the drivers are installed properly, open the Device Manager and locate the installed Gateways (USB Serial Ports).
Page 25 QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 3. Scroll down “Ports (COM & LPT)” section. The Gateways should appear as “USB Serial Port (COMxx). To confirm if the USB Serial Port driver is installed properly, disconnect and reconnect the Gateway. The Gateway should disappear and reappear in the list.
Page 26 QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 The COM port designation is higher than COM16 The MicControl software will only recognize a valid COM port number up to COM16. If the Gateway is configured as a port higher than COM16, follow these instructions to change the COM port number.
Page 27: Specifications
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Specifications Technical Data UHF Radio RF Carrier Frequency Range: 614 MHz – 698 MHz Working Range – 500m (line of sight, outdoors for a single system) Note: Actual working range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection and interference RF Power Output: 81.1 mW (max)
Page 28: Appendix - Installing The Usb Driver
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Appendix - Installing the USB Driver Find the Gateway in the device manager as shown in verify that the drivers are installed properly. Right click on the USB Serial Port and select properties.
Page 29 QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Select Browse my computer for driver software Browse for the location of the USB drivers. Press next to install the drivers. QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 29 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012...
Page 30 QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 Press close to complete the installation. QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 30 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012...