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  • Page 1 SON150 Wireless DECT7 Base Station Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Setting up Digital Intercom Mode (default setting) ..........11 Digital Intercom Radio Transmit ................11 Intercom Only ...................... 11 Base Station connected to a Sonetics Digital Intercom ........12 Use with a Legacy Intercom ..................13 Setting up Legacy Intercom Mode ............... 13 Intercom Connections ..................

  • Page 5: Overview

    Overview Sonetics Wireless Base Stations support the RF connections of Sonetics wireless communication systems. The Base Station supports full duplex, conference call like digital communication for up to five Sonetics DECT7 Wireless Headsets. Radio PTT capable Headsets can be set up to transmit on a mobile radio via a Sonetics Digital Intercom.

  • Page 6: Contents In Box

    Contents in Box Base Station 1 ea x Wireless Base Station Antenna 1 ea x Duck Antenna 1 ea x Duck Antenna Mount 1 ea x Wire Tie Manual and Reference 1 ea x Manual 1 ea x FCC/IC certification sheet 1 ea x ComCare sheet Power 1 ea x AC Wall Adaptor...

  • Page 7: Features

    Features USB Programmable Using its USB port, a Base Station can be configured using a Windows PC. Features may be customized and saved. Refer to the Sonetics Headset Software for details. Wireless DECT7 Communications The Base Station features wireless DECT7, enabling conference call-like full duplex communication.

  • Page 8: Mounting

    Mounting The Wireless Base Station is designed to mount on a variety of surfaces. The unit includes internal and external antennas. Consideration must be given to antenna location optimize performance. WARNING: Do not locate the Wireless Base Station within 4” of any metal.

  • Page 9: Antennas

    2. Choose a location in the center of the vehicle’s roof (if mounting outside). WARNING: For FCC and other Radio Frequency regulatory compliance, use only Sonetics approved wireless antennas. Duck Antenna Always position the Duck antenna at 90 degrees from the internal antenna. The internal antenna is shown below.

  • Page 10: Accessory Antennas

    Accessory Antennas Sonetics has accessory antennas for temporary and permanent installation on the exterior of a vehicle or building. To ensure the best system performance, external antennas must not be mounted inside metal enclosures. Magnet Mount Antenna This antenna is designed for non-permanent installations on metallic surfaces.

  • Page 11: Power

    Power The Wireless Base Station can be powered from the DC Jack or directly from a Digital intercom. The unit will automatically power on when power is applied. WARNING: Use only one power option to prevent ground loops. Option 1: DC Jack Power Wall Adapter Charging Only charge the base station using the supplied 12VDC regulated wall adapter.

  • Page 12: Option 2: Digital Intercom Power

    Option 2: Digital Intercom Power 1. Connect one RJ-45 modular plug as shown above. Both the Power and Ground will be connected from the Digital Intercom to the Wireless Base Station. Any input will power the Wireless Base Station. 2. Adjust the fuse of the Digital Intercom to include the current draw from the Wireless Base Station.

  • Page 13: Modular Plug Installation

    Modular Plug Installation 1. Using the cutter blade on the crimping tool (A), cut the flat CA Cable so the cut is clean and 90 degrees to the sides of the cable. 2. Insert one end of the CA Cable between the stripping blades (C) until the end of the cable hits the stop (B).

  • Page 14: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Power Indicator Lights when unit has power and is turned on. Link Indicators There is one light per wireless position. These indicate the connection status of the wireless devices paired onto the Wireless Base. Off – No wireless device is paired to this position Slow Flashing –...

  • Page 15: Use With A Digital Intercom

    DECT. Consult your Headset manual for instructions. 2. Pair the Headset to the desired position on the Base Station. 3. Connect the port for that position to a Sonetics Intercom using a flat cable. 4. Repeat for other positions needing Radio transmit capability.

  • Page 16: Base Station Connected To A Sonetics Digital Intercom

    Base Station connected to a Sonetics Digital Intercom Examples: Stand Alone, No Radio Interface All positions communicate locally via the Base Station only. With no connection to a Digital Intercom, the Headsets will only be able to communicate with other Headsets connected to the Wireless Base Station.

  • Page 17: Use With A Legacy Intercom

    In this mode, the position a Headset is paired to does not impact its operation. Intercom Connections 1. In this mode port 6 must be connected to a Sonetics Intercom using the supplied flat cable. 2. Pair the Headset(s) to the Base Station. For Radio Transmit operation, make sure your Headset is a radio transmit model and that it is configured to transmit radio over DECT.

  • Page 18: Base Station Connected To A Sonetics Legacy Intercom

    Base Station connected to a Sonetics Legacy Intercom Examples: Intercom Only Connected to Digital Intercom The Intercom port only is connected. All paired devices will only transmit over the Intercom. No intercom radio transmit is available. Make sure all Headsets are set to intercom only modes.

  • Page 19: Use In A Comhub

    Use in a Comhub In addition to being used in an installed system, your Base Station can be used in a portable Comhub. Up to 5 channels are available through the Wireless Base Station when used in this configuration. Setting up Comhub mode, and the number of channels To enter configuration mode: 1.

  • Page 20: Pairing

    1. Press and hold the desired pairing button until its link indicator begins to flash slowly. Any previous pairing will be forgotten. 2. Place the Sonetics Headset into pairing mode by pressing the right PTT button and the power button until you hear "base station registering".

  • Page 21: Pc Programming

    PC Programming The Wireless Base Station has a USB port located near the Antenna Jack. Using the Sonetics Configurator program, you can adjust additional features using a Windows PC. Refer to the program for additional information. Locating the USB Port...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    2. Poor range can also be caused by a defective Headset. Check operation with a known, properly functioning Headset. 3. If the problem persists, contact Sonetics Service for additional help. 18 | P a g e...

  • Page 23: Son150 Specifications

    SON150 Specifications Physical Length: 5.70in / 145mm Width: 2.72in / 69mm (not including external antenna) Height: 1.22in / 31mm Weight: 5.6oz / 158g Power Voltage Input: 5 VDC to 16 VDC Maximum Current Input: 400mA @ 5V, 150mA @ 12V...

  • Page 24: Dect Specifications

    DECT Specifications Common DECT Specifications Carrier Spacing: 1.724 MHz Time Slots: 2 x 12 (up and down stream) Channel Allocation: Dynamic Encryption: DECT Standard Cipher with 35-bit initialization vector Audio Bandwidth: 300 Hz to 3.4 kHz, Narrow Band, G.726 compression 50 Hz to 7 kHz, Wide Band, G.722 compression Region 1 Specific Specifications Authorized for use in:...

  • Page 25: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information CAUTION! Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product or contained in the owner’s manual. When using this product, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Do not use the wireless system to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
  • Page 26 Notice: Modification not expressly approved of by Sonetics Corporation could void the users authority to legally operate the equipment and will nullify warranty. This includes the use on non-approved antennas or 3rd party amplifiers with the radio base station. This section applies to radio frequency equipment bearing an I.C.
  • Page 27 This section applies to radio Ce dispositif est conforme à la frequency equipment bearing an I.C. norme CNR d'Industrie Canada equipment ID number. applicable aux appareils radio This device complies with Industry exempts de licence. Son Canada license-exempt RSS fonctionnement est sujet aux deux standard(s).
  • Page 28 (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Modifications not expressly approved by Sonetics Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC/IC RF Exposure Warning •...
  • Page 29 Approved Antennas for use with this device: • SON150 Wireless Base Station Antenna Sonetics P/N: 521-0014-00 (3dBi) • Magnet Vehicle Mount Sonetics P/N: 114-0139-00 (5.5dBi) (Sold Separately) •...

  • Page 30: Sonetics Standard Limited Warranty

    2. All work under warranty must be performed by Sonetics Corporation or Sonetics Authorized Service Center. 3. All returned products must be shipped to our address, freight prepaid and Sonetics will return products to customer via ground freight. Any expedite fees or additional freight charges will be charged to customer.
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  • Page 34 © 2021 Sonetics Corporation. All rights reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form without the prior written consent of Sonetics Corporation. 600-3082-00 Rev C...

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