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- Page 1 Networked Instructional Audio System Installation Guide...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Do not use the apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents OVERVIEW Important Safety Instructions Optional Speakers INSTALLATION PLANNING Location in the Classroom Power over Ethernet: PoE+ Connecting the Power Supply SPEAKER LOCATION & INSTALLATION TCQ Speaker Installation DRQ Ceiling Speaker Installation WMQ Wall Speaker Installation 4JCS Ceiling Speaker Installation Connecting Speaker Wires SET UP &... -
Page 4: Optional Speakers
Optional Speakers Systems can be configured with a variety of different speaker types, including the following: TCQ (x 1) DRQ (x 4) Ceiling-mounted speaker Ceiling-mounted speakers WMQ (x 4) 4JCS (x 4) Available in U.S. and Canada only Plenum rated. Available in U.S. only... -
Page 5: Installation Planning
INSTALLATION PLANNING Location in the Classroom First, find a suitable location to set-up the C25. It is best to put the amplifier in a stable location near other equipment to be used. It can be set in a cabinet, on a tabletop, or mounted on the wall. The C25 may be wall-mounted using the integrated mounting holes. -
Page 6: Speaker Location & Installation
SPEAKER LOCATION & INSTALLATION TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT TO INSTALL THE SPEAKERS OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL Locate the specific speaker(s) that were ordered with the system and then follow the installation instructions for the model of speaker outlined in this section of the manual. •... - Page 7 GRID CEILING INSTALLATION (U.S. & CANADA ONLY) 2’ X 4’ CEILING TILE 2’ X 2’ CEILING TILE The dimensions of the TCQ are 1’ x 2’. It is designed to fit into any standard 2’ X 4’, or 2’ X 2” suspended ceiling tile grid. CUT WITH CUT WITH STRAIGHT EDGE...
- Page 8 SECURING THE TCQ SPEAKER (U.S. & CANADA ONLY) To comply with Building Codes, the TCQ MUST be secured to the building structure with two safety wires. Locate the safety wire. The safety wire needs to be permanently attached to the solid building structure with metal clips, tie point studs, concrete anchors or eye screws designed for the specific structure material.
- Page 9 SECURE TO CEILING GRID (U.S. & CANADA ONLY) Locate the four (4) self-drilling sheet metal screws. Utilizing existing holes on the vertical section of the ceiling rail (center of the hole to the base of the rail must be a minimum of 0.6”, drill two screws on each 2’...
- Page 10 SAFETY WIRE TAB Note: If your ceiling grid is any other dimension than mentioned above, contact your local Lightspeed representative. FIGURE 1: ATTACHING THE SAFETY WIRE TO THE BUILDING STRUCTURE Locate the 6m length of safety wire.
- Page 11 SECURE TO CEILING GRID (OUTSIDE U.S. & CANADA ONLY) Locate the four (4) self-tapping sheet metal screws. Utilizing existing holes on the vertical section of the ceiling rail (center of the hole to the base of the rail must be a minimum of 15mm - see figure 8), drill two screws on each 600mm side of the TCQ (see figure 15).
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Page 12: Drq Ceiling Speaker Installation
DRQ Ceiling Speaker Installation DRQ LOCATIONS Tools and Equipment Speaker Components CEILING • Small flathead screwdriver • (4) DRQ speakers LEVEL • Philips screwdriver • (4) Tile bridges • Marker or pencil • (2) 30 ft bundles of plenum-rated speaker wire (if ordered) marked with a white band •... - Page 13 Remove the speaker grille by turning and pushing one of the arms upward (see figure 3). Or use the grille removal tool, insert one end into one of the holes near the edge and pull the grille off. Turn the tile on its side and insert the speaker into the front side of the tile. Place the tile bridge around the backside of the speaker, oriented horizontally across the tile (as shown in figure 2).
- Page 14 CONNECTING AND ROUTING SPEAKER WIRE Prep two conductor 18 awg plenum rated speaker wire ends for insertion into the speaker connectors. NOTE: it is advised to prep and connect each speaker at ground level. Distribute the appropriate lengths of wire to each speaker (see figure 5). There should be (2) 30 ft lengths of wire between two pairs of speakers.
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Page 15: Wmq Wall Speaker Installation
WMQ Wall Speaker Installation Tools and Equipment Speaker Components • Small flathead screwdriver • (4) WMQ speakers OPTIMUM SPEAKERS ON 4 WALLS • Drill with 3/16” (.1875mm) drill bit • (4) Wall mount brackets • Phillips head screwdriver • (4) Sets of mounting hardware (screws and drywall anchors) •... - Page 16 Place the WMQ speaker between the two bracket arms, aligning the mounting holes. 10. Insert the large plastic mounting screws into the two sides of the speaker and tighten with your fingers. 11. Direct the speaker at the appropriate angle to cover the desired area of the classroom (see figure 1).
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Page 17: 4Jcs Ceiling Speaker Installation
4JCS Ceiling Speaker Installation Tools and Equipment Speaker Components ENCLOSURE • Straight edge • (4) Speaker/baffle assembly • Marker • (4) Tile bridge • Scissors (template) • (4) Speaker enclosure • Utility knife • (16) Mounting screws BRIDGE • Screwdriver •... - Page 18 INSTALLING THE 4JCS SPEAKERS INTO THE CEILING TILE 10” TILE HOLE TEMPLATE Before beginning the speaker tile work, choose a flat work surface. Using the straight edge, determine the center of each ceiling tile by drawing a FIGURE 1A straight line from corner to corner on the back of the tile. Using the center point, mark a 10’’...
- Page 19 CONNECTING AND ROUTING SPEAKER WIRE SPEAKER #1 SPEAKER #3 Prep two conductor 18 awg plenum rated speaker wire ends for insertion into the Black Black speaker connectors. NOTE: it is advised to prep and connect each speaker at ground level. Distribute the appropriate lengths of wire to each speaker (see figure 5).
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Page 20: Connecting Speaker Wires
Connecting Speaker Wires Unplug the euro-block SPEAKER OUTPUT connector from the amplifier. Insert the two wires into the connector, paying close attention to polarity (+ - + -). Class 2 Wiring Insert the red (+) wire and black (-) wire from speakers #1 and #2 into the right side of the connector (SPEAKER OUTPUT 2). -
Page 21: Set Up & Integration
A fully charged microphone will last for up to 8 hours of use. If microphones are used daily, they should be charged each night. Replacement Lithium Ion battery pack may only be purchased through Lightspeed Technologies (part #L3.7V). POWER STATUS LIGHT... -
Page 22: Operating The Microphone
Operating the Microphone Once the microphone is charged, follow these steps to set it up for use. Remove the microphone from the cradle charger. The Flexmike is worn by connecting the magnetic clasps behind your neck. Adjust the lanyard so the top of the Flexmike is at the collarbone. -
Page 23: Audio Integration
Audio Integration The next step in setting up your system is to connect it to the other multimedia devices in your classroom. You may have a computer, displays a visual projection system or other devices. Below are instructions on how to integrate displays, DVD or computer directly into the amplifier. -
Page 24: Installing Optional Equipment
INSTALLING OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Analog Life Safety Solutions PAGEFIRST The PageFirst™ function passively detects the audio signal of a page coming through the PA system. As an audio signal is sent to the PA speaker, the PageFirst™ detects that signal and immediately mutes the C25. The following components are included when the PageFirst option is purchased as an add-on: •... - Page 25 Cascadia Web Console and test again. NOTE: The P ageFirst function works via current induction. The above instructions represent the most common method to achieve sufficient induction. If sufficient induction is not achieved to trigger this function, please contact Lightspeed regarding alternate installation methods.
- Page 26 Analog Life Safety Solutions DC VOLTAGE Partner Interface Contact Relay Page Relay Closure Input First Com NO RELAY INPUT The C25 contains an input connection to detect a signal from Fire Alarm, IP Paging System or other device. When triggered, audio from the C25 is muted to ensure emergency alerts from external systems can be heard.
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Page 27: Media Connector Set-Up
Media Connector Set-Up 1. DETERMINE SET-UP LOCATION WALL MOUNTED • Choose a location for the Media Connector that is convenient to the classroom audio sources and power supply. • The Media Connector can be placed on a counter or wall mounted, 3-6 feet off of the floor to allow for good transmission. - Page 28 Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the remaining audio sources. NOTE ON PAIRING: The C25 and Media Connector are paired together 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. Please refer to the pairing instructions at www.lightspeed-tek.com/point-to-pair...
- Page 29 5. OPTIONAL MEDIA CONNECTOR AUDIO INTEGRATION The Media Connector is designed to integrate with the C25 and multiple audio sources, allowing other instructional technologies to be clearly heard throughout the classroom. Video In PROJECTOR SPEAKER(S) VGA Out Audio Out LAPTOP TEACHER’S Access MICROPHONE...
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Page 30: Troubleshooting
If you review these instructions and still have questions, call indicates a low battery. Lightspeed Technical Services at 800.732.8999, 5am – 5pm, PST. • Make sure the microphones obtain a full charge. A full charge takes 5-6 hours. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local reseller. - Page 31 Dedicated to Access for all We create instructional audio and video solutions that unlock student access to learning opportunities and give teachers meaningful insights into moment-by- moment learning. 11509 SW HERMAN ROAD TUALATIN, OREGON 97062 TOLL FREE: 800.732.8999 PHONE: 503.684.5538 FAX: 503.684.3197 LIGHTSPEED-TEK.COM IG0681US01-1...
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