Extron electronics VoiceLift Pro VLS 3001 User Manual
Extron electronics VoiceLift Pro VLS 3001 User Manual

Extron electronics VoiceLift Pro VLS 3001 User Manual

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VoiceLift Pro Microphone Kits (VLM) and
VoiceLift Pro Microphone Systems (VLS)
User Guide
VoiceLift
68-2959-01, Rev. E
12 23

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  • Page 1 VoiceLift Pro Microphones VoiceLift Pro Microphone Kits (VLM) and VoiceLift Pro Microphone Systems (VLS) User Guide VoiceLift 68-2959-01, Rev. E 12 23...
  • Page 2 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions • English Instructions de sécurité • Français AVERTISSEMENT : Ce pictogramme, , lorsqu’il est utilisé sur le WARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended to produit, signale à l’utilisateur la présence à l’intérieur du boîtier du produit alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the d’une tension électrique dangereuse susceptible de provoquer un choc product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.
  • Page 3 • 安全说明 简体中文 警告: 产品上的这个标志意在警告用户, 该产品机壳内有暴露的危险 电压, 有触电危险。 注意: 产品上的这个标志意在提示用户, 设备随附的用户手册中有重 要的操作和维护(维修)说明。 关于我们产品的安全指南、遵循的规范、EMI/EMF 的兼容性、无障碍使 用的特性等相关内容, www.extron.com 敬请访问 Extron 网站 , ,参见 Extron 安全规范指南,产品 编号 68-290-01 。 安全記事 • 繁體中文 안전 지침 • 한국어 경고: 이 기호 警告: 가 제품에 사용될 경우, 제품의 인클로저 내에 있는 若產品上使用此符號,...
  • Page 4 FCC Compliance Statement NOTE: For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide on the Extron website. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules for portable devices only. 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 of the device.
  • Page 5 Canada Compliance Statement This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). 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. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
  • Page 6 Conventions Used in this Guide Notifications The following notifications are used in this guide: WARNING: Potential risk of severe injury or death. AVERTISSEMENT : Risque potentiel de blessure grave ou de mort. CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury. ATTENTION : Risque de blessure mineure. ATTENTION: •...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction .............. 1 SIS Configuration and Control ......25 About this Guide ..........1 Overview............25 About the VoiceLift Pro Microphone Kits Host to Receiver Communications ....25 (VLM Kits) ............2 Error Response ........... 25 About the VoiceLift System (VLS) ..... 3 Timeout ............
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Introduction This section covers the following topics: • About this Guide • About the VoiceLift Pro Microphone Kits (VLM Kits) • About the VoiceLift System (VLS) • VoiceLift Pro Microphone Features • Application Diagram About this Guide This guide describes the components, installation, and operation of the Extron VoiceLift Pro Microphone Kit and the VoiceLift Pro System.
  • Page 10: About The Voicelift Pro Microphone Kits (Vlm Kits)

    About the VoiceLift Pro Microphone Kits (VLM Kits) A VoiceLift Pro Microphone Kit is a classroom voice amplification system that enables a teacher or presenter to be clearly heard at a comfortable level throughout the entire room. There are three types of VoiceLift VLM kits available (versions for the European market include the VLR 302 EU receiver): •...
  • Page 11: About The Voicelift System (Vls)

    About the VoiceLift System (VLS) The VoiceLift System consists of a VLM kit, a PVS 407D PoleVault Switcher or PVCA 452 Controller Amplifier, and two FF 120 speakers.There are three types of VoiceLift systems: • VLS 3001, VLS 3001W, and VLS 3001P contain: The VLM 3001 kit, a PVCA 452 Controller Amplifier, and two FF 120 speakers.
  • Page 12: Voicelift Pro Microphone Features

    VoiceLift Pro Microphone Features • Lightweight microphones — The microphones are made of lightweight and impact-resistant polycarbonate material. The VLP 302 pendant microphone can be worn comfortably around the neck or clipped to clothing. The VLH 302 can be used for multiple presenters and as a student pass-around microphone.
  • Page 13: Application Diagram

    Application Diagram The application diagram below shows a typical classroom installation incorporating the VoiceLift System. Extron Extron VLR 302 TCP/IP PVM 220 VoiceLift Pro Network PlenumVault Receiver Mounting Kit Ethernet Extron PVCA 452 Controller RS-232 Ampli er OUTPU RELAY IR/S LINK LIMI 1000...
  • Page 14: Vlm Kit Installation And Operation

    VLM Kit Installation and Operation ________________________________________________________________ This section covers the following topics: • VoiceLift Pro Microphone Kit Overview • Installing the VLC 302 Charger and Charging the Microphones • Installing the VLR 302 Receiver • Setting up the Microphones • Pairing the Microphones with the VLR 302 •...
  • Page 15: Vlp 302 Microphone Features

    VLP or VLH microphone — The VLP 302 or VLH 302 microphone transmits the voice audio signal to the VLR 302 receiver. VLR 302 receiver — The VLR 302 receives the signal from the microphone, and outputs a balanced, mono, line level signal (-10 dBV) to the PoleVault switcher.
  • Page 16 Status LED — This LED indicates the microphone power, volume, and charging status as follows: LED indicators when the microphone is powered on and in use: LED Color Indication LED off Microphone is OFF or battery not installed Green – steady Microphone is ON Green –...
  • Page 17: Vlh 302 Microphone Features

    VLH 302 Microphone Features Front Side Rear Figure 4. VLH 302 Microphone Features Power switch — Slide up to power on and down to power off. Power status LED — Dual color LED (green and red) indicates power or Link status. LED indicators when the microphone is powered on and in use: LED Color Indication...
  • Page 18: Installing The Vlc 302 Charger And Charging The Microphones

    Installing the VLC 302 Charger and Charging the Microphones The VLC 302 charges the microphone battery. It is powered by an external wall power supply (provided). The microphone battery requires up to 5 hours to charge fully. It is safe to charge for extended periods, but Extron recommends storing the microphone out of the charger with the battery removed.
  • Page 19: Installing The Vlr 302 Receiver

    NOTES: • The microphone battery requires up to 5 hours to charge fully. It is safe to charge for extended periods, but if microphones will not be used for extended durations, Extron recommends storing the microphone out of the charger with the battery removed. •...
  • Page 20 RJ-45 output connector — Connect the PVCA 452 or PVS 407D to this RJ-45 connector, using the included shielded RJ-45 cable as shown below. NOTE: The receiver is powered by the PVCA 452 or PVS switcher. This connection also allows for communication between the switcher and the receiver, to send configuration commands and receive relay status information.
  • Page 21: Setting Up The Microphones

    Setting up the Microphones VLP 302 Pendant Microphone 1. Verify that the battery is installed and fully charged. 2. Set the microphone(s) for either "teacher" or "student" mode using the DIP switch, accessible from beneath the battery cover (see at right): •...
  • Page 22: Vlh 302 Handheld Microphone

    VLH 302 Handheld Microphone 1. Verify that the battery is installed and fully charged. 2. Turn the microphone on by sliding up the power switch (see right). NOTE: Each VLM kit includes microphones and a VLR 302 receiver that have already been paired. If there is a need to pair a microphone, follow the steps in the next section, below.
  • Page 23: Pairing The Microphones With The Vlr 302

    Pairing the Microphones with the VLR 302 Each VoiceLift kit includes VLP 302/VLH 302 microphones and VLR 302 receivers that have already been paired. If needed, follow the steps below to pair microphones with a receiver. Verify which Microphones are Paired 1.
  • Page 24: Setting Up Vlp 302 Instant Alerts

    • For the VLH 302: Ensure that the microphone is powered on. Then, press and hold the Link button, located beneath the battery cover (see right), for 4 seconds. The microphone status LED changes from solid amber to alternating red and green, indicating that pairing mode has started.
  • Page 25: Voicelift System Installation

    VoiceLift System Installation This section provides instructions for installing the VoiceLift System (VLS). Topics include: • Recommended Installation Tools • Step 1 — Mount the VLR 302 Receiver • Step 2 — Mount the FF 120 Speakers • Step 3 — Install the PVCA 452 Controller Amplifier •...
  • Page 26: Step 1 - Mount The Vlr 302 Receiver

    Step 1 — Mount the VLR 302 Receiver Rack Mounting The receiver includes 1/8 rack mounting holes for mounting directly to a rack shelf or architectural enclosure that supports standard Extron mounting hole patterns. UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines are relevant to the safe installation of this product in a rack: •...
  • Page 27: Zipclip Mounting Kit (Optional)

    ZipClip Mounting Kit (optional) The ZipClip can be mounted on most surfaces, including racks, tables, and lecterns. Using the ZipClip 400 To mount the receiver to a ZipClip 400 mounting kit: 1. Install the ZipClip 400 to the rack ( Rack screws are not provided.
  • Page 28 Loosen, do not remove. 3. Cover plate — Loosen, but do not remove, the two screws on the top of the cover plate, as shown on the right. Next, slide and remove the cover plate. Cover Plate 4. Using flexible conduit — When using flexible conduit, Flexible Conduit Adapter insert the conduit into the cover plate opening using an appropriate conduit adapter, and secure the conduit adapter...
  • Page 29 7. Set the speaker on top of a T-rail making sure to hide the edges behind the grid rail, as shown below. Extron Extron FF 120 FF 120 Ceiling Ceiling Speakers Speakers T-rail (1) Ceiling Tile Ceiling Tile T-rail (1) Ceiling Tile 2' by 4' Ceiling Tiles Rails...
  • Page 30: Step 3 - Install The Pvca 452 Controller Amplifier

    Step 3 — Install the PVCA 452 Controller Amplifier The PVCA 452 receives input video and audio signals from the display, and audio signals from the VoiceLift VLR 302 receiver. It outputs audio signals to speakers. For details, see the PlanumVault Direct View Systems Installation Guide available at www.extron.com.
  • Page 31: Step 4 - Connect The Receiver And Speakers To The Pvca 452

    Step 4 — Connect the Receiver and Speakers to the PVCA 452 NOTES: • Use CATx shielded twisted pair STP cable with T568A or T568B straight-through wiring. • The connection to the PVCA 452 or PVS 407D switcher powers the receiver, and enables communication and audio between the receiver and the switcher.
  • Page 32: Step 5 - Set Up The Microphones And Test The System

    Step 5 — Set up the Microphones and Test the System 1. Set up each microphone in the VoiceLift system (see Setting up the Microphones on page 13). 2. Set the microphone gain: a. Power on the VoiceLift system. The Power LEDs on the microphone and receiver light green. b.
  • Page 33: Sis Configuration And Control

    SIS Configuration and Control This section provides information on how to configure the VoiceLift system using Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands. It provides a list and descriptions of the available commands. Topics include: • Overview • Host to Receiver Communication •...
  • Page 34: Commands And Responses

    Commands and Responses Using the Command and Response Table Command and Response Table for SIS Commands on page 27 lists the following: • Valid ASCII command codes • The receiver responses to the host • A description of the command function, or the results of executing the command The ASCII to hexadecimal conversion table below is for use with the command and response table: ASCII to Hex Conversion Table Space...
  • Page 35: Command And Response Table For Sis Commands

    Command and Response Table for SIS Commands ASCII Command Response Command Additional Description (Host to Receiver) (Receiver to Host) Status View microphone usage Format is in number of hours and minutes USAG UsagXXXXX:XX (HHHHH:MM). Maximum character limit for hours is five (hours) digits (ex.
  • Page 36: Reference Information

    Reference Information This section provides the following reference information: • Updating Firmware with Firmware Loader • Resetting the VLR 302 Updating Firmware with Firmware Loader To upload and update firmware for the VLR 302, download the new firmware to a connected computer and upload the firmware with the Extron Firmware Loader utility.
  • Page 37: Downloading Firmware

    Downloading Firmware Figure 12. Downloading Firmware from the Extron Website 1. On the Extron website, go to the tab and click (see figure 12, Download Firmware 2. Navigate to VLR 302 3. Ensure the available firmware version is a later version than the current one on the device. NOTE: The firmware release notes are a PDF file that provides details about the changes between different firmware versions.
  • Page 38: Resetting The Vlr 302

    5. Make the appropriate device selection for the current connection method. 6. Click the button. Connect 7. In the panel, click . The dialog box opens. New File Firmware (Optional) Browse Open 8. In the dialog box, navigate to the location of the new firmware file and select the desired file. Open ATTENTION: •...
  • Page 39 Extron Warranty Extron warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to: USA, Canada, South America,...

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