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A detailed instruction manual for the complete ADN conference system can be found: • on our website at www.sennheiser.com or • on the CD ROM enclosed with the ADN CU1. Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ.
Important safety instructions ..................2 The ADN central unit ....................4 Delivery includes ......................4 Product overview – ADN CU1 central unit ..............5 Overview of the ADN CU1 display panel ..............6 The “Conference Manager” software ................. 6 Structuring and controlling the conference system ..........7 Preparing the central unit for use ................
Never open the central unit as there is a risk of electric shock. There are no user ser- viceable parts inside. Refer servicing to an authorized Sennheiser service partner. Read and follow the safety and operating instructions contained in the instruction manual.
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Danger of hearing damage due to high volumes These products are used for commercial purposes. Commercial use is subject to the rules and regulations of the trade association responsible. Sennheiser, as the man- ufacturer, is therefore obliged to expressly point out possible health risks arising from use.
The ADN central unit The ADN central unit The ADN CU1 central unit is part of the Sennheiser ADN conference system. The central unit controls the communication of the ADN D1 delegate units and the ADN C1 chairman units and supplies power to them. For configuring the conference ADN CU1 system, you can either use the central unit’s operating menu or the “Conference...
Product overview – ADN CU1 central unit Product overview – ADN CU1 central unit IN –– AUDIO –– OUT PORT II PORT I 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 240W 2x 52.8V 1.75A A Front view B Rear view 6 IN On/off switch audio input...
Product overview – ADN CU1 central unit Overview of the ADN CU1 display panel After switch-on, the central unit’s display shows a progress bar for approx. 30 seconds and then the standard display: Direct Access 30 Units Text/icon Possible display/function...
Calculator” program allows you to calculate the voltage drops on the individual sections of a cable string and to plan the structure of the conference system. The program is available from your Sennheiser partner or from the “Product Downloads” area on the product page at www.sennheiser.com.
Put out a sufficient number of system cables in the required lengths. If necessary, calculate the maximum length of the cable string in order to ensure that all conference units connected in the string are supplied with a voltage of at least 35 V (see page 7). ADN CU1...
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2x 52.8V 1.75A 2x 52.8V 1.75A To connect an external audio source and to feed its signals to the floor channel: Use an XLR cable to connect the external audio source to the audio input of the central unit. ADN CU1...
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You can also connect the PC and the central unit using a switch or similar. Install the “Conference Manager” software supplied on the CD ROM on your connected PC and configure the network (for further information on the soft- ware, refer to the detailed instruction manual). 10 | ADN CU1...
• Increases or reduces the floor channel volume (when the standard display is shown) • Changes to the next/previous menu item • Changes the setting of a menu item Press the standard • Returns to the standard display display key ADN CU1 | 11...
Bus Statistics Versions Start Self-Test Reset Break Indication Reset Error Indication “Versions” submenu Hardware Versions Info “Settings” Software Versions Info submenu Network Contrast Lock Restore Factory Defaults “Network” submenu IP Address Mode IP Address Subnet Mask 12 | ADN CU1...
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“On“/“Off” Cancel” Setting “On”: Pressing the priority key deactivates all delegate units. All requests to speak are deleted. Setting “Off”: Pressing the priority key deactivates all currently active delegate units. All requests to speak are retained. ADN CU1 | 13...
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“XLR In Sensitivity” Adjusts the sensitivity of the XLR input “−18.0 dBu” ... “+18.0 dBu” “XLR In Equalizer” Adjusts the tone color of the XLR input +02 dB –03 dB +05 dB “−12 dB” ... “+12 dB” 14 | ADN CU1...
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“Static IP“/“Dynamic IP” “IP Address” Sets the IP address of the central unit “xxx . xxx . xxx . xxx” “Subnet Mask” Sets the subnet mask of the central unit “xxx . xxx . xxx . xxx” ADN CU1 | 15...
To subsequently directly return to the last edited menu item: Press the jog dial repeatedly until the last edited menu item appears. Exiting the operating menu Press the standard display key. The standard display appears. Press the key repeatedly until the standard display appears. 16 | ADN CU1...
Only use a dry and soft cloth to clean the product. To ensure optimum cooling of the central unit: Clean the air vents on the front, back and bottom from time to time with a soft brush or paintbrush in order to avoid dust deposits. ADN CU1 | 17...
Specifications – ADN CU1 central unit Specifications – ADN CU1 central unit Dimensions 417 x 100 x 345 mm (W x H x D) Weight approx. 6.5 kg Nominal input voltage 100 to 240 V~ Mains frequency 50 to 60 Hz...
Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements •...
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