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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 NDP100 —— User Manual —— —— User Manual —— Returnstar Interactive Technology Group Co., Ltd. No. 1 / 67...
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions 1. General Safety Instructions 2. Placement 3. Power Supply 4. LCD Screen Care 1. Introduction 1. Introduction 1.1 Internal NDP100 Topology Diagram 1.2 Device Connection Diagram 1.3 Terminology 2. Understanding the Podium 2.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 4.3 Device Control 4.3.1 Power control 1. DISPLAY Unified Power Switch 2. UP-DOWN 3. EXTERNAL 4.3.2 IR Control 1. Air Conditioner-Identified in the code database 2. Air Conditioner-Unable to Identify in the Code Database 3.
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions To ensure the safe and effective operation of this equipment, please read the following instructions carefully. Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in serious injury or damage to the device.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Cleaning Cleaning: Unplug the power cord before cleaning the screen. Use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth to clean the display. Avoid using water, spray cleaners, or abrasive materials that could scratch or damage the screen.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 1.3 Terminology 1.3 Terminology No. 7 / 67...
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Q-NEX App A mobile application for controlling Q-NEX (NDP, NMP) systems The Dashboard is the backend management system of the Q-NEX platform, constituting a part of NDP/NMP. Basic configurations such as IP lookup for the...
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 2. Understanding the Podium 2. Understanding the Podium 2.1 Dimensions 2.1 Dimensions Name Name Description Description Body 870(L) x 609(W) x 1211.02(H) mm Tabletop 2161.65(L) x 609(W) 2.2 Overview of Digital Podium 2.2 Overview of Digital Podium...
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Name Name Description Description Tabletop Stable surface for teaching activities. Two high-quality wireless microphones for flexible voice capture Wireless during lectures or presentations. Microphones Note Note: Wireless receiver built into NMP for easy pairing.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Name Name Description Description Interactive Central touchscreen supporting both finger touch and pen input. Pen Display Positioned for interaction during lectures. Holder for the Interactive Pen Display's active capacitive pen Groove Dimensions Dimensions: 390(L) mm...
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(3) 1 * UHF antenna for the wireless mic receiver built into the NMP. 2.5 Core Components of the NDP100 2.5 Core Components of the NDP100 The NDP100 comprises essential core components that enable functionalities such as remote device control, audio/video matrix switching, and advanced features like "Touch-Following,", "Broadcasting", and "Live Streaming".
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Interface Interface Description Description Ethernet ports (100Mbps, non-PoE) for NMP network connectivity; also RJ45 * 4 enables NMP to function as a switch. Enables simultaneous display on both the podium and classroom HDMI Matrix 3 screens, allowing teachers to control and present lesson content directly from the podium without needing to turn around frequently.
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 touch-following functionality. For details, refer to section 4.2.1.1 Touch-following. 6.35mm Wired Interface for connecting a 6.35mm wired microphone. Microphone In * 1 3.5mm MIC Mixes audio from both the microphone input and the wireless Mixed Out * 1 microphones (handheld and lapel) for combined output.
Please note that the microphones are pre-configured before shipping. Unless necessary, there is no need to reconfigure them. 1. To pair the handheld microphone, simply point it directly at the longest antenna on the right side of the NDP100, which is dedicated to UHF wireless communication. No. 15 / 67...
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 2. Before paring, turn the NDP main power off by tapping the power button on the Touch Panel. 3. Press the power button three three times quickly to enter pairing mode. 4. Immediately power on NMP using Touch Panel, then the microphone will automatically pair with NMP (the NMP has a built-in receiver).
1. To pair the microphone, simply point it directly at the longest antenna on the right side of the NDP100, which is dedicated to UHF wireless communication. 2. Before paring, turn the NDP main power off by tapping the power button on the Touch Panel.
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1. The NDP100 is equipped with an integrated switch and power strip. 2. Upon arrival in the classroom, connect the NDP100's power strip to the general power supply within the classroom to provide power to the NDP100. (Grounding work inside the NDP100 has been completed before shipment.)
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 3. Prepare a network cable with sufficient length. Connect one end to the switch of the NDP100 and the other end to the router in the classroom. Note Note: For users who have purchased the NDP100 demo sample unit for the first time, please refer to section 6.1 NDP100 Demo Sample Unit...
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Due to the NDP100 Unified Power Switch power management strategy, simply unlocking the Touch Panel and turning on the NDP100 main power will automatically power on the corresponding devices. 7. Use the UP / DWON UP / DWON buttons on the tabletop, to elevate the Digital Podium's display to the desired angle.
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Note Note: Please note that the operating system requires to purchase license from Microsoft separately. The built-in PC serves as one of the default input sources for the NDP100 and can be switched using Q-NEX software such as Touch Panel, Q-NEX App, and Q-NEX Web-console.
Use the LAN port LAN port to provide internet access for the laptop (Provided the NDP100 is connected to a router with internet access.) Switch the input source to laptop laptop (the second icon) by Touch Panel, Web Console, or Q-NEX APP.
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3.4.4 Using Document Camera(Optional) Connect the Document Camera to the HDMI IN 2 (recommended) and Power Supply port. Switch the input source to the second icon by Touch Panel, Web Console, or Q-NEX APP. Please refer to section 4.2.1 Video Matrix Switch for more details.
4. Wiring and Setup 4. Wiring and Setup In addition to the basic functionalities provided in the preceding sections, the NDP100 is capable of interfacing with classroom devices for remote control and advanced operations. To enable these advanced features, system integrators are required to perform basic wiring and setup tasks.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Step Step Screenshot Screenshot Instructions Instructions Wire Preparation 1. Strip the insulation off the ends of the wires. Refer to the image for specific length requirements 2. If the wires are stranded, twist them together to form a single strand.
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HDMI INs HDMI INs. Connect display devices, like IFP, TV, projector, etc., to HDMI OUTs HDMI OUTs. For the NDP100 interfaces, we have established the following configurations: HDMI INs for NDP100 HDMI INs for NDP100: No. 26 / 67...
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HDMI OUT C Interactive Pen Display Note Note: For information on the deployment of HDMI OUT ports on the NDP100, please refer to "3.3 Connecting IFPs to NDP100." After connecting the desired input and output devices, users can perform video matrix switching from various input sources to different output displays via Touch Panel, Web-console, or Q-NEX App.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Technical Wiring Instructions for NDP100 Touch-Following Feature Technical Wiring Instructions for NDP100 Touch-Following Feature: Interactive Pen Display Interactive Pen Display NDP100 Port NDP100 Port Target Device Port Target Device Port Purpose Purpose OUT A (HDMI)
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 4.2.2 Audio Control 4.2.2 Audio Control 4.2.2.1 SPEAKER 4.2.2.1 SPEAKER 1. SPEAKER Connection Instructions 1. SPEAKER Connection Instructions Line Type Representation: Line Type Representation: Lines Lines Descriptions Descriptions Arrow Direction Arrow Direction: The arrowheads indicate the direction of the device connection Solid line Solid line: Indicate devices connected via wired cables.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Line Type Representation: Line Type Representation: Lines Lines Descriptions Descriptions Arrow-head Arrow-head: indicates the direction of audio signal flow through the connections. Solid line Solid line: indicates physical cable connection. Dashed line Dashed line: indicates wireless connection...
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Lines Lines Descriptions Descriptions Arrow Direction Arrow Direction: indicates the direction of audio signal flow through the connections. Solid line Solid line: indicates the ability to output multiple audio signal simultaneously. Dashed line...
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 1. Device Connection Diagram for AUDIO 1. Device Connection Diagram for AUDIO Line Type Representation: Line Type Representation: Lines Lines Descriptions Descriptions Arrow-head Arrow-head: indicates the direction of audio signal flow through the connections.
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3. Audio Interface Control Features 3. Audio Interface Control Features After completing the necessary wiring setup, users can control the Audio such as volume, treble, and bass via the Touch Panel, Web console, and Q-NEX APP. 4.2.2.3 Mic 4.2.2.3 Mic The Mic sources can combine both wireless and wired input, with outputs directed simultaneously to the AUDIO OUT and SPEAKER interface.
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Wired Mic in NDP100 The NDP100 is equipped with a gooseneck microphone suite, powered by a Power Power connected to the base. The audio signal is input through the NMP's 6.35mm MIC IN port and output via the SPEAKER and AUDIO OUT ports.
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 The gooseneck's power is also controlled by the Unified Power Switch. You may refer to section Unified Power Switch for more details. 4.3 Device Control 4.3 Device Control 4.3.1 Power control 4.3.1 Power control This section governs the power management and operational control of connected devices through interfaces like Display, Up-Down, and External Wago connectors.
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Motor power (Interactive Pen Display elevation and descent) When the main power of the NDP100 is turned on / off, these devices will be automatically powered on / off. It simplifies the operation of controlling NDP100's devices by one-touch control.
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2. UP-DOWN 2. UP-DOWN The UP-DOWN Wago interface is specifically designed for controlling projection screens. Users can remotely raise or lower the projection screen via the NMP's control options, including the Q-NEX Console, mobile app, or Touch Panel. Line Type Representation: Line Type Representation: No.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Lines Lines Descriptions Descriptions Arrow Direction Arrow Direction: The arrowheads indicate the direction of device connection Solid line Solid line: Indicate devices connected via wired cables. Dashed line Dashed line: Indicate devices directly plugged into interfaces (without intermediary...
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 3. EXTERNAL 3. EXTERNAL The EXTERNAL interface on the NMP enables flexible lighting control. Users can directly manage lighting or integrate it with an SPDT switch for customized automation and centralized control. Control settings can be adjusted via the Touch Panel and Web Console.
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Here's a simplified guide for using IR functionality with an air conditioning unit: 1. Check if your air conditioner brand is in the Q-NEX database. If your air conditioner is recognized in the Q-NEX database, identify the control codes to manage and control it through the Touch Panel or Web-console.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 2. Follow these steps: Step Step Screenshot Screenshot Instructions Instructions In the IR control page, click “Identify New A/C control code" Click the "Start" button Align the remote control with the IR interface, press the power button, and the system will automatically identify the remote control code.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 3. After successful saving, control the air conditioner on the Touch Panel or Web-console 2. Air Conditioner-Unable to Identify in the Code Database 2. Air Conditioner-Unable to Identify in the Code Database IR remote control module is available for unrecognized air conditioners or other devices using infrared remote control.
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3. Operating IR-Controlled Devices through Q-NEX Platforms After learning and saving IR codes, you can control your devices using the Q-NEX APP, Web-Console, or Touch Panel. This section provides a quick guide on how to manage your devices efficiently through these platforms.
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Use the available options to adjust settings or activate pre-learned presets with the "Action" button under "Remote Control." 4. Q-NEX APP Q-NEX APP: In the Q-NEX APP, select your device, go to the "Control Panel," switch to "External," and adjust the air conditioner settings as needed. ...
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 4.3.3 RS232 Control 4.3.3 RS232 Control NMP provides one RS232 interface, enabling control of devices such as IFP, projectors, and PTZ cameras. 1. Prepare cable for RS232 connection 2. If your device uses a DB9 connector (Interactive Flat Panel, for example), connect one end of the cable to the RS232 connector, with the R, G, T pins corresponding to the RS232 connector.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Line Type Representation: Line Type Representation: Lines Lines Descriptions Descriptions Arrow Direction Arrow Direction: The arrowheads indicate the direction of device connection Solid line Solid line: Indicate devices connected via wired cables. Dashed line...
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Dashed line: Indicate devices directly plugged into interfaces (without intermediary cables) 5. Navigate to the Q-NEX Dashboard, select the NDP device under "Dashboard -> Devices -> Processor Manager", and click on the "Serial Control" column. Choose the correct device type, brand, and model, then click "Save".
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6.2 Network Environment Requirement to ensure NDP100's correct access to the campus network. For NDP100 Demo Sample Unit, refer to section 6.1 NDP100 Demo Sample Unit Instructions. Users can remotely issue broadcast commands over the Internet, while all audio and video resources are pre-stored on the Media Server.
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Device Connection Diagram for Broadcasting provided above to set up the NDP100. Ensure the NDP100 is properly connected to the campus network infrastructure. Connect the necessary display and audio devices in the classroom, such as Interactive Flat Panels and speakers, to the NDP100.
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4. The NMP decodes the streaming media and delivers the content to the IFP for display, while the audio is played through the speakers. Note Note: Please note that NDP100 also supports text broadcasting, without requiring Media Server support No. 51 / 67...
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 4.4.5 Campus-wide Broadcasting Solutions with NDP100 4.4.5 Campus-wide Broadcasting Solutions with NDP100 The NDP100 extends its broadcasting capabilities beyond individual classrooms, enabling collaboration with other NDP(s) units and NMP(S) devices to establish campus-wide broadcasting solutions.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 4.4.3 Live Streaming Setup and Operation Steps 4.4.3 Live Streaming Setup and Operation Steps 1. Create Streaming Room Create Streaming Room: Log in to the Web Console, navigate to the Streaming module, and create a new streaming room.
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Note: For iPhone users, consider using third-party streaming tools like Larix, OBS Camera, or RTMP Live. Android users can utilize the Q-NEX APP, which already includes an integrated streaming module. 3. Preview and Distribute Stream Preview and Distribute Stream: In the Web Console, preview the incoming video feed in the created room.
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This section covers additional components and functionalities that expand the control and connectivity capabilities of the NDP100, including: Control Box (CBX): Control Box (CBX): Exploring the features and setup of the Control Box, which extends NDP100 wireless control ability. Media Box: Media Box: Understanding the Media Box, a component that enhances multimedia capabilities and connectivity options.
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Interface Interface Description Description Power Supply 12V,1A (DC) Reset Button Resets the CBX to its default factory settings Link Indicator Displays the connection status between the CBX and the NMP DIP Switch Used for configuration settings and adjustments of the CBX...
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 5.1.3 CBX Paring 5.1.3 CBX Paring 1. DIP Switch Configuration 1. DIP Switch Configuration Each CBX has a DIP switch with 2 toggle buttons. These buttons can be set to either the UP (OFF) or DOWN (ON) positions, creating a unique DIP switch combination.
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 2. Pairing and Setup 2. Pairing and Setup 1. Connect CBX and NMP, and Power On CBX Connect CBX and NMP, and Power On CBX Connect the antenna to the front of the CBX before starting the pairing process. The antenna port is located on the front of the CBX.
Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Press and hold the reset button for 4-5 seconds until the indicator light turns red, then the CBX will automatically enter pairing mode with the NMP, indicated by a flashing green light. Once paired successfully, the green light will remain steady.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Note Note: A CBX in a disabled state indicates that no device is currently connected to the NMP via Wi-Fi. If you are certain that the CBX has been successfully paired and connected previously, please check its current network status and ensure that it is properly powered.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 5.1.4 CBX Device Control 5.1.4 CBX Device Control Once the CBX configuration is complete, users can control the connected devices through IR, RELAY, RS232 on CBX. Refer to the corresponding screenshots for guidance.
6.1.1 Introduction to Demo Sample Unit 6.1.1 Introduction to Demo Sample Unit The demo sample unit (demo unit) is a specially configured version of the NDP100, designed to simplify initial setup and demonstrate basic functionality. It is equipped with a built-in router and a Lite Media Server (referred to as LMS), primarily utilized for demonstrating video broadcasting and live streaming capabilities.
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3. Utilize configuration tools to set the NMP IP address of the NDP100 to an IP address within the campus network. 4. If the school implements network control measures, contact the network administrator and refer to section 6.2 Network Environment Requirement...
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 6.2 Network Environment Requirement 6.2 Network Environment Requirement To ensure optimal integration, the school network needs to meet specific requirements tailored to the NDP. 1. The school should allow NDP to access the Internet.
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Q-NEX Networked Digital Podium NDP100 User Manual-v3 Ensure that before the initial use of NDP, the Touch Panel successfully connects to NDP using this IP. 7. VLAN: NDP does not support VLAN. NDP, Touch Panel, and Media Server should be connected to the campus network as described above but should not be on VLAN.
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2006. Q-NEX is focused on delivering a Smart Campus Solution that converges AV and loT control across all campus facilities. Q-NEX offers deeply customized options that assist school IT administrators in managing all electronic facilities and allow teachers to simplify the operations of a multimedia classroom.
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