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- Page 1 Instructional Audio System User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OVERVIEW Important Safety Instructions Sharemike Controls and Connections System Components and Unpacking Sharemike: Charging Sharemike: Initial Set-Up Optional Components Optional PageFirst Kit Topcat Side Panel Connections Activate System with Pods Topcat Controls (Inside Speaker Door) Flexmike Controls and Connections MAINTENANCE &... -
Page 3: Overview
14. CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by any battery other than Lightspeed Part # L3.7V... - Page 4 Important Safety Instructions (cont.) To avoid potential equipment damage and/or serious injury, The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol READ AND FOLLOW all safety precautions when installing Topcat. within an equilateral triangle is intended to WARNINGS are included throughout the procedural steps in this alert the user to the presence of uninsulated guide, and are repeated below for emphasis.
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Page 5: System Components And Unpacking
Power Supply NOTE ON PAIRING: Topcat and any wireless components (microphones, Activate Station, Media Connector) are pre-paired at the Lightspeed factory as required for proper operation. If paired components are separated and swapped during the installation process, they must be re-paired. -
Page 6: Optional Components
Optional equipment which may be part of your Topcat system Power Status Media Connector Push Audio Audio Tone Level Input Output Media Connector Sharemike and Power Adapter Student Microphone Power Link Input Output Activate System DC Extension Cable Group Learning Pods For further information on Activate, please visit www.lightspeed-tek.com... -
Page 7: Topcat Side Panel Connections
Topcat Side Panel Connections TOPCAT AUDIO LINK: Digital Audio Input and Audio Output to AUX POWER INPUT CONNECTOR (optional): For use during installations where AC power is not available in the ceiling. connect one Topcat to another. Accepts 24VDC, 2.5A connector from an external power supply. AUDIO INPUT: This connection accepts an audio signal from CONTACT CLOSURE: Internal relay contact closure to provide other technology so all multimedia can be distributed evenly... -
Page 8: Topcat Controls (Inside Speaker Door)
Topcat Controls (Inside Speaker Door) TONE AND AUDIO IN SELECTOR BUTTONS: Select tone or audio input volume for adjustment LEVEL ADJUSTMENT: Adjusts level for tone or audio input volume depending on the mode selected. PAGEFIRST LEVEL: Use the Page Level Control to adjust the sensitivity of PageFirst if needed. -
Page 9: Flexmike Controls And Connections
Flexmike Controls and Connections TALK MUTE POWER/MUTE SWITCH: Press and hold to power on, press to mute, press and hold to power off. Blue light: Talk White light: Mute IR TRANSMITTER: For pairing to base unit. NORMAL OPERATION MIC 1 STATUS: lighted to indicate microphone is registered as Mic 1 LINKING IN PROGRESS White: solid = Normal operation White: flashing = Linking in progress... -
Page 10: Microphone Cradle Charger
Microphone Cradle Charger DC POWER PORT: Connect the 5V/1.0A DC power cord... -
Page 11: Media Connector Controls And Indicators
Media Connector Controls and Indicators FRONT PANEL POWER LIGHT AUDIO INPUT VOLUME SELECTOR: Selects Volume as the mode White light: Power on for the adjustment knob (2) for the audio sources connected to the audio inputs on the back of the Media Connector. POWER BUTTON / VOLUME ADJUSTMENT: Press this button to turn the system power on or off. - Page 12 Media Connector Controls and Indicators (Optional) BACK PANEL AUDIO INPUTS: 3.5mm stereo connectors for connecting classroom audio sources to be played through audio system. AUDIO OUTPUTS: 3.5mm stereo connectors for connecting to an assisted listening device (ALD) or to a computer for recording. USB INPUT: Plug the USB-C end of the power cable into this USB port on the Media Connector.
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Page 13: Set-Up
SET-UP & OPERATION Turn Power On POWER ON When powered on, the white LED on Topcat speaker panel will glow. Please refer to Installation Guide for instructions. - Page 14 Setting Up the Flexmike Once the Flexmike is charged, follow these steps for use. Remove the Flexmike from the charger and put it on by connecting the magnetic clasps behind your neck. Adjust the lanyard so that the top of the Flexmike aligns with the collarbone.
- Page 15 Flexmike will last for up to 8 hours of use. If microphones are used daily, they should be charged each night. Replacement lithium polymer battery packs may only be purchased through Lightspeed Technologies (part #L3.7V). CHARGING IN PROGRESS CHARGING COMPLETE...
- Page 16 Daily Use of the Flexmike POWER / MUTE BUTTON VOLUME AT THE START OF THE DAY, REMOVE FLEXMIKE FROM THE CHARGER & STATUS LIGHT CONTROL • The microphone will default to the Mute position, the status light will turn to white. •...
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Page 17: Pairing Microphones To Topcat
Pairing Microphones to Topcat Your system is shipped with microphones and base units pre-paired for quick and easy use. If, for any reason, you need to pair new components, follow this pairing process: From a powered off state, point Press and hold the power button The ”status”... - Page 18 Using the Life Safety Functions Topcat connects and responds to several important third-party life safety solutions. 1. Alert Notification 2. Relay Input 3. PageFirst INITI ATES A LERT WITH FLE X MIK E MUTES CL A S SRO OM AUDIO S YS TEM MUTES CL A S SRO OM AUDIO S YS TEM If your building is equipped with When Topcat is connected to a fire...
- Page 19 Optional PageFirst Kit This PageFirst feature for Topcat interfaces with an independent classroom paging system. When the page is broadcast, all audio from the system is muted, ensuring important school-wide messages are never missed. Please note that PageFirst is not compatible with telephone or IP-based paging systems.
- Page 20 Lightspeed microphones as the computer microphone audio 2-WAY USB for video conferencing and recording applications. AUDIO OUTPUT You may also need to select Lightspeed Audio as the speaker and USB cable sold separately. microphone audio in your video conferencing application the first Lightspeed offers a USB-A time you use it.
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Page 21: Optional Accessories
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Sharemike Controls and Connections POWER BUTTON NORMAL OPERATION CHARGING IN PROGRESS POWER STATUS LIGHT Red light: During operation, turns red to indicate low battery CHARGING COMPLETE White light: Normal operation NORMAL OPERATION When charging in Cradle Charger: LINKING IN PROGRESS (FLASHING) Red light: Charging Green light: Charging complete TALK... -
Page 22: Sharemike: Charging
Sharemike: Charging Make sure the charger is plugged into a wall outlet. The power status light on the microphone will glow red to indicate charging. Leave the Sharemike in the charger overnight to obtain a full charge. It takes 5-6 hours to fully charge the battery. The light will turn green when charging is complete. -
Page 23: Sharemike: Initial Set-Up
Sharemike: Initial Set-Up ENSURE TOPCAT IS POWERED ON The white light on the speaker panel of Topcat will glow. POWER LIGHT ON TURN ON THE SHAREMIKE • Press and hold the power button until the LED lights. POWER BUTTON • While speaking in a normal voice, increase the volume using the Activate Volume button or the Media Connector Microphone Volume VOLUME CONTROL knob until your voice is barely audible. - Page 24 Media Connector Set Up and Operation Media Connector Set Up and Operation DETERMINE LOCATION Media Connector is designed to be connected to the primary media source in the classroom, usually the computer or display panel. WALL MOUNT OR DESKTOP The Media Connector can be placed on a table surface or wall- mounted.
- Page 25 V / . A COMPUTER SETTINGS 3.5mm cable Once connected, open computer sound setting to select “Lightspeed Audio” as the microphone and speaker. SETTING THE VOLUME LEVELS For recording, or to interface with an Assistive Listening Device, connect a 3.5mm cable to the Audio Output of the Media Connector to the microphone input on the device.
- Page 26 Pairing Topcat to Media Connector (Optional) Your system is shipped with microphones and base units pre-paired for quick and easy use. If, for any reason, you need to pair new components, follow this pairing process: From a powered off state, point Press and hold the Flexmike With the Media Connector the IR transmitter lens toward...
- Page 27 Media Connector: Audio Integration INTERACTIVE DISPLAY Video In HDMI Out Audio Out LAPTOP TEACHER TOPCAT FLEXMIKE Audio In Power Status Media Connector Push Audio Audio Tone Level Input Output MEDIA CONNECTOR Lightspeed Access transmission protocol...
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Page 28: Activate System With Pods
Activate System with Pods Power Link Input Output For Small Group Instruction Activate with Pods is a two-way communication system that can be seamlessly added to the Topcat system to facilitate small group instruction. With the small group audio pods and the Activate app, Activate opens up communication and interaction between the teacher and student groups, including: •... -
Page 29: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING Flexmike Battery Replacement Battery part # L3.7V Push down on the latch and carefully pull the battery pack away from the Flexmike. Insert new battery pack as shown and make sure the latch is secure. Place the Flexmike in a cradle charger to charge the battery pack. -
Page 30: Sharemike Battery Replacement
Sharemike Battery Replacement Battery part # L3.7V Push down on the latch and carefully pull the battery pack away from the Sharemike. Insert new battery pack as shown and make sure the latch is secure. Place the Flexmike in a cradle charger to charge BATTERY REMOVAL the battery pack. -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
30 seconds for the white light to turn solid, indicating READY for operation. PROBLEM: Low volume or feedback If you still have questions after reviewing these instructions, call Lightspeed SOLUTION: Follow these steps to eliminate low volume or feedback: Technical Services at 800.732.8999, 5am–5pm, PST. -
Page 32: Warranty, Safety & Specifications
(5) years, beginning at the date of the purchase invoice. If such malfunction occurs, the product will be repaired or replaced (at Lightspeed’s option) without charge during the warranty period. -
Page 33: Safety Warnings And Certifications
THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT AND and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the literature THE HAZARDS INVOLVED. accompanying this product. USE A LIGHTSPEED SUPPLIED BATTERY ONLY CERTIFICATIONS This product is listed to UL standards and requirements for electrical safety by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. - Page 34 Européenne suivantes : 2004/108/ EC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and 2006/95/ EC Low Voltage Directive (LVD). Lightspeed Technologies a lancé un programme de recyclage de produits en Europe conformément à la directive de l’Union Européenne 2002/96/CE relative aux déchets d’équipements électriques et électroniques (directive «...
- Page 35 Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices English This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and CAN ICES-3(B)/ NMB-3(B).Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
- Page 36 FCC Notice to User This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the French following two conditions: NOTE IMPORTANTE: Pour se conformer au règles d’exposition des ondes RF par la FCC, This device may not cause harmful interference; and la (ou les) antenne(s) utilisée(s) par ce transmetteur doivent être installées de façon à...
- Page 37 NOTICE FOR USB NOTE: Lightspeed is not responsible for any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
- Page 38 EU Declaration of Conformity According to EU Directives EMC 2014/30/EU, LVD 2014/35/EU, RED 2014/53/EU Manufacturer: Lightspeed Technologies, Inc. Address: 11509 SW Herman Rd. Tualatin, Oregon 97062 We herewith declare that the following systems comply with the appropriate basic safety and health requirements of the Directive based on its design and type, as brought into circulation by us.
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Page 39: System Components
System Components STANDARD COMPONENTS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES TCNG Topcat all-in-one ceiling-mount wireless audio base station INS-F6 Activate for small group instruction 24V2.5 24V/2.5A power supply for TCN Activate charging station with Bluetooth Transceiver cradle charger, power supply 24V1.75 24V/1.75A power supply for ACT USBC USB-C charging cable Sharemike handheld transceiver with battery pack... -
Page 40: System Specifications
System Specifications TOPCAT Registration Push button for registration with Access Link Dimensions (L x W x H) 2.9” x 1.1” x 0.7” (74 x 28 x 18mm) Description All-in-one ceiling-mount wireless base station Weight 1.2 oz (34g) Panel size 16.25” x 8.25” Frequency response 60 Hz - 18 kHz (-10dB) Wireless communication... - Page 41 Access to powerful in-the-moment insights to the learning process. Our audio and video solutions improve student engagement, enable teachers to activate small groups, and encourage collaboration. 11509 SW Herman Road Tualatin, Oregon 97062 Toll Free: 800.732.8999 Phone: 503.684.5538 Fax: 503.684.3197 lightspeed-tek.com MN0604US01-1...