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  • Page 1 Instructional Audio System User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents OVERVIEW Important Safety Instructions System Components and Unpacking Optional Components Pod Controls and Connections SET-UP & OPERATION Determine Set-Up Location Plug in the Activate Station Charging and Pairing Microphones and Pods Pair your Mobile Device to the Activate Station Set up the Flexmike and Earbud Operating the Activate System Setting System Volume Levels...

  • Page 3: Overview

    14. CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by any battery other than Lightspeed Part # L3.7V...

  • Page 4: System Components And Unpacking

    OVERVIEW System Components and Unpacking The standard configuration of Activate will contain: 12:55 Charge Power Volume Call Power Link Audio Input Audio Output Tone P P od Remote Record Library Volumes Settings Small Group Flexmike Activate Station Activate App Pods Teacher Microphone and Power Supply Install from:...

  • Page 5: Optional Components

    Optional Components Charge Power Charge Power Charge Power Volume Volume Call Volume Call P P od Call P P od P P od Additional Pods Second Flexmike Sharemike For team teaching Handheld microphone Up to 12 Pods per class...

  • Page 6: Pod Controls And Connections

    Pod Controls and Connections CHARGING INDICATOR: This light is red when charging, and green to indicate charging complete. POWER/LOW BATTERY INDICATOR: This light blinks blue when powered on, turns solid blue when ready for operation and turns red when the battery is low. POD NUMBER: The number will light as a clear visual indicator for the teacher to determine which Pod represents which group number.During operation, this light will blink when the call button is pressed.
  • Page 7 Activate Station: Controls and Connections FRONT PANEL POWER INDICATOR: The light will turn white when powered on, off when TONE: Adjusts the bass or treble that is heard through the classroom placed in sleep mode. speaker. POWER/SLEEP: Press to place the Activate Station and classroom audio VOLUME LEVEL INDICATORS: Shows the volume level of the source that system into sleep mode.
  • Page 8 BLUETOOTH PAIRING (1-2): Press this button to pair Activate to a mobile be used in a portable application to power the Activate Station wireless device. Download the Lightspeed Activate app from the iOS App Store or audio functions (in place of the standard 24V power supply). Note : Google Play for complete instructions.

  • Page 9: Set-Up & Operation

    SET-UP & OPERATION Determine Set-Up Location ACTIVATE STATION Activate Station organizes and charges the Pods and microphones, and also wirelessly connects audio to the classroom audio system and your mobile device. Set it up in a convenient place near a power source that is easily accessible for teachers and students.

  • Page 10: Plug In The Activate Station

    The blue status light will begin blinking as it searches for its paired classroom audio base station (Redcat, Topcat, 975 or Access Link). NOTE: If Activate is being added to an existing Lightspeed audio system, please refer to the Pairing Procedure at www.lightspeed-tek.com/accessregistration.

  • Page 11: Charging And Pairing Microphones And Pods

    PAIRING All system components should be fully charged (at least 5 hours) for optimum If your Activate System was purchased together with a Lightspeed audio performance. In most cases, there should be enough battery charge for initial system (Redcat, Topcat, 975 or Access Link), all components were paired setup and testing.

  • Page 12: Pair Your Mobile Device To The Activate Station

    Pair your Mobile Device to the Activate Station FIRST, DOWNLOAD THE ACTIVATE APP Activate Pods can be controlled by the teacher microphone or the Lightspeed Activate App which can be downloaded from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store: PAIRING WITH THE ACTIVATE APP •...

  • Page 13: Set Up The Flexmike And Earbud

    Set up the Flexmike and Earbud INITIAL SETUP • Locate the earbud lanyard • Hang your Flexmike on the lanyard opposite the magnetic clasp. • Plug the earbud into the headphone connection on the Flexmike. ALIGN TOP WITH COLLARBONE WEARING THE FLEXMIKE + EARBUD LANYARD •...
  • Page 14 Adjust the Flexmike Volume The Flexmike will automatically power on and mute when it is removed TALK / MUTE LIGHT TALK from the charger. MUTE The microphone volume on the Flexmike is set at the factory to the midpoint. It is adjusted by the up/ down buttons on the side of the mic. FLEXMIKE While speaking in a normal voice, fine tune the microphone volume.

  • Page 15: Operating The Activate System

    Operating the Activate System MODE BUTTON 12:55 UP / DOWN USING THE LIGHTSPEED USING THE FLEXMIKE ARROWS ACTIVATE APP Remote Record Library Volumes Settings ACTION RESPONSE DESCRIPTION From your mobile device, open the Activate App. CLASS MODE Select the classroom speaker and begin speaking into your...

  • Page 16: Setting System Volume Levels

    Setting System Volume Levels For greater flexibility, Flexmike, Pods and the classroom audio system have independent volume controls. To set the proper volume for your classroom, place the microphone around your neck and do the following: VOLUME CONTROL FLEXMIKE VOLUME (through the classroom speaker and Pods) To adjust, use the up/down buttons on the Flexmike.

  • Page 17: Output To Assistive Listening Device (Ald)

    • Connect a patch cable from the ALD’s microphone jack or AUX input to one of the 3.5mm AUDIO OUTPUTS on the back of the Activate Station. • With both the Lightspeed classroom audio system and ALD turned on, speak into the Flexmike and slowly adjust the AUDIO OUTPUT volume control on the front Activate until the appropriate audio level is attained in the ALD receiver’s headphones.

  • Page 18: Additional Capabilities With Activate App

    Additional Capabilities with Activate App ADDITIONAL VOLUME ADJUSTMENTS On the Volume tab, the teacher can adjust headphone volume, Microphone #1 and #2 TEACHER volume, Pod to Class sharing, volume level on the amplifier audio input, and Activate TRACKER Audio In and Out (fig. 1). WHISPER MODE TEACHER TRACKER...
  • Page 19 Additional Capabilities with Activate App (cont.) MIC TO MIC If your system is equipped with a second Flexmike, the Activate app allows you to activate Mic to Mic mode where two teachers can have a direct 2-way conversation MUTE ICON with each other.
  • Page 20 Additional Capabilities with Activate App (cont.) INPUT PRIORITY Turning this feature on gives all priority to an audio source connected to the amplifier audio input. When an audio signal is detected, all other audio coming through the amplifier (including both microphones) will be muted until the audio input signal ends. Microphone audio will then automatically come back.

  • Page 21: Record Audio And Capture Video

    Record Audio and Capture Video Video + Audio Recording VIDEO The Activate mobile app allows teachers to utilize their device video camera synced CAPTURE together with the Activate system audio to capture key moments in the classroom. Through the Bluetooth audio link, the App will seamlessly sync up the selected audio SELECTED SELECT FRONT POD SOURCE...
  • Page 22 Record Audio and Capture Video (cont.) Audio Only Recording AUDIO In addition to video recording, teachers can record just the audio of a lesson or RECORDING student interaction. SELECTED POD SOURCE TAP THE RECORD TAB CONTROL • Verify the Bluetooth audio connection is present as indicated by a “headphone” icon in the lower left hand corner.
  • Page 23 Record Audio and Capture Video (cont.) Remote Recording Remote recording allows the teacher to use his/her primary mobile device to start a recording on a secondary mobile device (on a tripod in the front of the classroom for example). During remote recording, the teacher can select pods or class as normal while the secondary device is capturing video synced with that selected audio.
  • Page 24 Record Audio and Capture Video (cont.) Recording Library and Playback All of your captured video, audio and photo files are organized and stored in the library tab for easy review. SELECT THE LIBRARY TAB • Select from video, audio or photo library at the top of the screen LIBRARY TAB TAP THE DESIRED FILE TO BEGIN PLAYBACK •...
  • Page 25 Record Audio and Capture Video (cont.) Auto Upload to Google Drive AUTOMATIC FILE UPLOAD TO GOOGLE DRIVE • It is possible to automatically upload files to Google Drive by choosing “Upload to Google Drive” in the App settings. • When connected to Google Drive, files will automatically upload. •...

  • Page 26: Optional Components

    OPTIONAL COMPONENTS 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 27 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 about 5-6 hours to fully charge the battery. The light will turn green when charging is complete.
  • Page 28 Sharemike: Initial Set-Up Ensure the 975 is on. The white power light will glow. Turn on the Sharemike by pressing and holding the power button until the LED lights. Grip the barrel in the center section. While speaking in a normal voice, increase the volume with the Sharemike until your voice is barely audible.

  • Page 29: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    The battery packs are covered under warranty for 1-year but have a useful life of about 2+ years before they should be replaced. The battery packs must be purchased directly from Lightspeed and can easily be installed by the user (part # 77.NH2.5-A). Replacement of battery pack in Pod •...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM: Feedback or squealing from Pod PROBLEM: Pod to Class volume is too loud or too quiet SOLUTION: SOLUTION: • Make sure the teacher’s Flexmike is 2 feet or more away from the Pod. Operation • If the volume is too quiet, the student should move the Pod closer to their mouth. at very close distance can cause feedback.
  • Page 31 • If it doesn’t light, make sure the Access amplifier is plugged into power and the blue power light is on. If you review these instructions and still have questions, call Lightspeed • Ensure the batteries are fully charged. If the red battery low light is on, it can Technical Services at 800.732.8999, 5 am –...

  • 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 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 This device may not cause harmful interference; and FCC, la (ou les) antenne(s) utilisée(s) par ce transmetteur doivent être installées de façon à...
  • Page 36 à assurer la sécurité de toutes les personnes, indépendamment de l’âge et de la santé. 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 37 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 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.
  • Page 39 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 MN0617US01-2...

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