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- Page 1 REVOLABS FLX2 Wireless Conference System for analog phone lines System Guide Models: 10-FLX2-200-POTS 10-FLX2-020-POTS 10-FLX2-002-POTS 10-FLX2-101-POTS 10-FLX2-200-DUAL-POTS...
- Page 2 © 2011-2013 REVOLABS, INC. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced in any form or by any means without express written permission from Revolabs, Inc. Product specifications are subject to change without notice. Revolabs FLX2 System Guide – Analog 10-FLX2SYSGUIDE-EN April 2013 (Rev 2.1.0)
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Page 3: Important Information
Important Information This Revolabs FLX is an analog telephone. Connecting this telephone to a digital phone line Analog Telephone will cause irreparable damage to the phone and will void your warranty! If you are unsure about the type of phone line connection your telephone outlet provides, consult with the person managing your telephone network to ensure it is an analog outlet before connecting the FLX. -
Page 4: Safety Warnings
• Do not open the casings of any of the components of the FLX2 Conference Phone • Do not use any other accessories than Revolabs’ originals intended for use with this product. Use of non-original accessories may result in loss of performance, damage to the product, fire, electric shock or injury. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Information ........................3 Analog Telephone ..........................3 Introduction ............................3 Safety Warnings ............................. 4 Contents ..............................5 General Information ..........................7 Quick setup for Telephone Conference Calls ................8 Description ............................11 Unpacking ................................. 11 Installing FLX2 Components ......................12 FLX2 Base Station ............................ - Page 6 Contacts ................................35 Audio Control ..............................38 Device Status ..............................40 System Information ............................40 Bluetooth ................................41 Home .................................. 41 Call ..................................41 Setup ................................... 41 Power On/Off the System Components ..................49 Battery Exchange ..........................50 Microphones ..............................50 Dialer ..................................
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Page 7: General Information
General Information The Revolabs FLX2 Conference Phone includes several components which, in the sum, make up the conferencing phone. The components are the Charger Base, Speaker, Microphones, and Dialer (handset). In addition, the Base Station receives the wireless signals from those components and... -
Page 8: Quick Setup For Telephone Conference Calls
Speaker, the Microphones, and the Dialer for at least 8 hours or overnight before configuring and using the system. Please note that the Revolabs FLX2 Conference Phone comes with two different power supplies. Please ensure that you are using the correct power supply when connecting the Base Station and the Charger Base. - Page 9 Comment [HS1]: Add picture of country / your country or region is not in the list, please contact region selection during start-up Revolabs support. Lastly, the system will ask for date and time settings. Please enter the current time and date.
- Page 10 pressing the button on the microphone while it is in the charger. The microphone will start in a muted state. Once it starts blinking red, unmute it by pressing the mute button once again. Microphones in the charger base never transmit audio to the AUX OUT connector.
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Page 11: Description
Description The Revolabs FLX2™ Wireless Conference Phone is a unique marriage of innovative technology and ergonomic design, allowing for an unparalleled experience when making telephone calls, video conference calls, or using it with your Bluetooth enabled cell phone or computer to make speaker phone calls. -
Page 12: Installing Flx2 Components
The Base Station is the wireless receiver and sender of the audio stream from the Microphones and to the Speaker, as well as to the Dialer. It features the ability to connect two Revolabs FLX Microphones and one Speaker wirelessly. The Base Station is designed to optimize audio and video conferencing by providing consistent audio input from all participants. -
Page 13: Flx2 Charger Base
FLX2 Charger Base The FLX2 Charger Base, shown below, provides charging capabilities for all battery operated system components, including the Dialer, the Speaker, and the Microphones, by allowing them to charge in one simple and organized location. The FLX2 Charger Base is not required while in a conference call, however it can maintain the charge of the FLX Speaker and FLX Dialer while a call is in progress. -
Page 14: Flx Dialer
FLX Dialer The FLX Dialer equips the user with an intuitive and interactive tool for configuring and operating the FLX System. The Dialer is not only used to make and answer conference calls, but it is also used for configuring the system settings, having a call using the handset, and monitoring the system components. -
Page 15: Flx Speaker
FLX Speaker The FLX Speaker, shown below, is a wireless active omnidirectional speaker that has been designed and optimized specifically for use with the FLX Conferencing System. The Speaker is equipped with a pairing button on the bottom and 4 LED indicators on the top to display the activity of the Speaker and the mute status of the system. -
Page 16: Flx Microphones
FLX Microphones The FLX Microphones provide a sleek and unobtrusive form factor allowing for closer proximity to the participants and creating the best audio available to the far end. They are equipped with a button for pairing and muting, an LED indicator to display mute status and battery charge level, and an internal buzzer to warn if the Microphones have lost connection to the Base Station. -
Page 17: Initial Setup
Initial Setup After unpacking the FLX2 Conferencing System, there are a few initial setup tasks that must be performed before a call can take place or any system configuration can be changed. Connecting System Cables The FLX2 Base Station and Charger Base each have a power supply that need to be connected, as shown below. -
Page 18: Managing A Call
/ region in which the system is being used. Select the country or region from the list. If no country matches your location, contact Revolabs support for more information. The Country/Region setting will configure the analog telephone interface to the settings required in the respective area. - Page 19 ‘speaker mode’ only. A Bluetooth call is controlled by the connected Bluetooth device. A Bluetooth call can be made at the same time as a video call. NOTE: Revolabs FLX only supports the Hands Free Profile (HFP) for Bluetooth 2.0 or higher. Applications that try to use...
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Page 20: Flx Home Screen
FLX Home Screen Whenever the FLX is not in a call, the FLX Dialer will show the FLX Home Screen. The Top of the home screen shows several symbols, indicating the current status of the FLX components. From left to right they are an indicators for each of the possible Speakers, one symbol for each of the mics, and a charging indicator for the handset itself. -
Page 21: Placing A Telephone Call
From the home screen a call can be started by dialing a number, The Home screen also provides information on new voice mails for the extension (if available), and on missed or rejected calls. Placing a Telephone Call 1. From the home screen on the FLX Dialer enter the phone number to be called. -
Page 22: Answering An Incoming Telephone Call
Answering an Incoming Telephone Call 1. When the FLX2 System identifies an incoming call, it will play the ring tone through the FLX Speaker. If the Dialer is not in the Charger Base it will play a ring tone, too. 2. -
Page 23: Ending A Telephone Call
Ending a Telephone call 1. A call can be ended in two fashions. a. Press the Red ‘End Call’ button on the FLX Dialer during a call. b. Place the Dialer in the charger. (‘Handset mode’ only) 2. When a call is ended the FLX Dialer will display the phone number and the call duration for 2 seconds. - Page 24 NOTE: An incoming Bluetooth call might display caller ID information as well. Muting a Call 1. In handset mode, the ‘Mute’ and ‘UnMute’ key will mute/unmute the FLX Dialer microphone, not the wireless Microphones. 2. In speaker mode, the ‘Mute’ and ‘UnMute’ key will mute/unmute all wireless Microphones.
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Page 25: Charging Components During A Call
Call Waiting 1. While a call is active and the FLX2 System receives a second call, the Speaker or Dialer will play the call waiting indication tone. 2. If available, the FLX Dialer displays the incoming caller number and name. 3. -
Page 26: Bluetooth
dialer. It is not recommended to use the Microphones in the Charger Base for a speaker call. If at least one Microphone is outside the charger base active, the Microphone in the Charger Base cannot be unmuted. When a Microphone is removed from the charger, it will automatically power on and if “Start Unmute”... - Page 27 Adding a Device 1. Go to the Menu Bluetooth. Select ‘Discovery Mode’ to activate Bluetooth and accept Bluetooth Request from other devices. 2. The FLX Dialer displays “This device is visible to other devices in range for 3 minutes” 3. The discovery mode screen will read “System in discoverable Mode, Start Scan From BT Device.
- Page 28 Viewing Device Details 1. Go to the Menu Bluetooth. Select ‘Device List’. 2. Select desired device and press the ‘Enter’ key or the ‘Select’ key to view device details 3. Device Information screen is shown with device name, address, BT version, and date/time the device was first connected.
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Page 29: Making A Call Via Bluetooth
Setting Device Trust Level 1. Go to the Menu Bluetooth. Select ‘Device List’. 2. Select the desired device and press the ‘Enter’ key or the ‘Select’ key to view the device details. 3. Press the ‘Option’ key and then select ‘Options…’. 4. -
Page 30: Video Conference Collaboration
Video Conference Collaboration The FLX2 System is equipped with balanced analog audio input and output to be connected to 3 party video or PC conferencing system. This allows the FLX Microphones and Speaker to be used as Microphones and Speaker for the video call. It also provides Acoustic Echo Cancelation and Noise Control to the video call. -
Page 31: Mixing The Audio Signals
Mixing the audio signals As discussed earlier, Audio and Video, or Bluetooth and Video calls can be made simultaneously from a FLX system, requiring FLX to mix the audio of the different inputs to go to the different outputs. In the Audio Controls menu, available from the main menu and the Active Call Menu, the Audio Mixer menu is offered. -
Page 32: Flx2 System Configuration
FLX2 System Configuration There are many features to the FLX2 System that can be modified and configured using the FLX Dialer. The following is a list of those features and their options. Menu Hierarchy Device Audio System Recent Bluetooth Home Call Contacts Setup... -
Page 33: Recent Calls
Recent Calls The Recent Calls call log stores the contact information from calls placed or received, allowing the user to review recent calls, redial a recent call, or store a recent call in the system directory. Recent Call Log 1. Access recent call log by browsing: Menu Recent Calls 2. - Page 34 View Recent Call Information 1. Access the recent call log by browsing: Menu Recent Calls or pressing the green ‘Call’ button while no call is in progress. 2. You can view a recent call one of two ways: a. In the recent call list, select the entry you want to view, and press the ‘View’...
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Page 35: Contacts
Delete Call History 1. Access the recent call log by browsing: Menu Recent Calls or pressing the green ‘Call’ button while no call is in progress. 2. In the Recent Call menu, press ‘Enter’ to open the Options Menu. 3. - Page 36 Edit a Contact 1. Browse to the Contacts menu: Menu Contacts, scroll to the desired contact, and select ‘View’ to access the contact. 2. The contact screen shows the current name and number. Pressing the ‘Edit’ key will open the Edit Contact menu.
- Page 37 Search for Contact 1. Browse to the Contacts menu: Menu Contacts. 2. Use the keys to apply a filter alphanumeric a. Once a key is pressed the title line will read ’Contact()’ and display the characters being typed. b. The search string can be up to 5 characters long.
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Page 38: Audio Control
Set Speed Dial 1. Browse to the Contacts menu: Menu Contacts, scroll to the desired contact, and selects the ‘View’ key to access the contact. 2. The contact view screen shows the current name and number. Pressing the ’Edit’ key will open the Edit Contact menu. - Page 39 Ringer 1. Browse to the Ringer menu: Menu Audio Controls Ringer. 2. Choose ‘Ringer Volume’ in the Ringer Settings menu to adjust the Ringer Volume. 3. Press the up and down buttons to increase and decrease the volume. 4.
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Page 40: Device Status
Device Status 1. Browse to Device Status: Menu Device Status. 2. The Device Status screen shows status for the Microphones and the Speaker. NOTE: The device status list is colorized. If a device is charging or off, it will appear white. If a device is fully charged or has more than 50% battery remaining, it will appear green. -
Page 41: Bluetooth
Bluetooth The ‘Bluetooth’ menu has been explained earlier in this manual on page 26. Home When selecting the ‘Home’ menu item, the Dialer will go back to displaying the home screen. The same effect can be achieved by pressing the ‘Return’ key, or the red ‘End Call’... - Page 42 Date/Time 1. Browse to the Date/Time menu: Menu Setup Set Date/Time. 2. To set the date or time, highlight either the ‘Set Date’, or ‘Set Time’ option, and press either ‘Enter’ or ‘Select’. 3. Edit time and date (month/day/year) using the numeric keys and the left and right buttons.
- Page 43 Advanced Audio Browse to Advanced Audio menu: Menu Setup Advanced Setup Advanced Audio. Mic Audio The ‘Mic Audio’ allows controlling the Microphones. 1. If ‘All Mic Mute’ is ON, all active Microphones are affected when a mute button is pressed. If one or more active Microphones are outside the Charger Base, pressing the mute button will change the mute status on all Microphones...
- Page 44 Aux Audio ‘Aux Audio’ is to control the AUX In and AUX Out connections on the base. Aux In ON/OFF and Aux Out ON/OFF allow enabling / disabling the Aux connectors of the FLX phone. Aux In Level allows changing the level of the Aux In signal.
- Page 45 Admin Settings The Admin Settings menu allows changing settings that are related to general system settings. Setting System Name 1. Go to Menu Setup Advanced Setup Admin Settings Set System Name. 2. Change the current System Name to the new name, and press Enter.
- Page 46 Recent Calls ON / OFF The Recent Calls option allows you to enable or disable logging of the recent calls. If you switch Recent Calls OFF the list of the recent calls will be erased and no future information on recent calls will be kept in the system. Pairing All FLX2 wireless components are paired before the system is shipped, providing much of the system setup already...
- Page 47 3. On the Dialer, browse to the Pairing menu: Menu Setup Advanced Setup Pairing. 4. Select SPK 1 (Speaker 1) and press the ‘Enter’ or ‘Pair’ key to enter pairing state. 5. The screen will display ‘Pairing Speaker 1’. 6.
- Page 48 Phone Settings 1. Browse to the Phone Settings menu: Menu Setup Advanced Setup Phone Settings. a. You can change the dialing method by selecting the entry, and then pressing the ‘Select’ key. The factory preset is TONE. b.
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Page 49: Power On/Off The System Components
NOTE: We recommend changing the Region setting only after previous consultation with Revolabs Support. Power On/Off the System Components During normal use and operation of the FLX2 System, there is no need to turn off any part of the system. -
Page 50: Battery Exchange
Battery Exchange The rechargeable batteries in the different FLX components can all be exchanged. Please note that only Revolabs approved batteries should be used for the replacement. The following sections explain how to change the batteries in the different components. -
Page 51: Dialer
Carefully take the battery out of the plastic cover. Put the new battery into the back cover as shown in the figure below. Press on the battery until it snaps into the back of the microphone housing. Slide the back of the microphone back in place. Place the microphone back into the charger base. -
Page 52: Connecting Using Aux In / Aux Out
The following table shows the different cables required to connect the FLX to common Connecting using AUX IN / AUX OUT videoconferencing codecs in the market. FLX OUT Brand Codec Connects FLX IN Level Cable Connects TO: Cable Lifesize Mic Input 07-35MUTO35MU-01 Line Output 07-35MUTO35MS-01... -
Page 53: Troubleshooting
KX-VC300 Line 07-35MUTODRCA-01 Line Output 07-35MUTODRCA-01 To connect a FLX to a computer we recommend using Revolabs’ USB connector kit, 01-USBAUD35-KIT. This kit includes a USB audio dongle and two cables to connect to the FLX. Troubleshooting Warning Messages Speaker / Microphone Link Lost If a FLX Microphone or FLX Speaker loses connection to the FLX2 Base Station, the LED indicator will begin flashing a sequence of red –... -
Page 54: Microphone, Speaker, Or Dialer Not Connecting To Base Station
– this just shows that a fault has happened in the past and can be ignored. If the components still do not connect to the base please contact Revolabs Support. 3. Are the Dialer, Microphone, and Speaker out of reach of the Base Station? Please bring the components closer to the Base Station to see whether this resolves the issue. -
Page 55: Microphone, Speaker, Or Dialer Not Paired With Base Station
Microphone, Speaker, or Dialer not paired with Base Station Please follow the descriptions on page 42 on how to pair the different components with the Base Station. Telephone Interface problems “Line in Use” even though there is no call If you see messages that the telephone line is in use, even though no call is currently in progress, please change the Disconnect setting from OFF to ON (see the section on Phone Settings on page 48). - Page 56 Device LED Indicator Status On, connected, battery charged, Master Mute or “All Red flash every second Mic Mute” is ON, microphones muted Alternating Yellow - Green flash On, connected, battery low, un-muted Alternating Yellow - Double-Red On, connected, battery low, individually muted flash On, connected, battery low, Master Mute or “All Mic Alternating long Red - Yellow flash...
- Page 57 Device LED Indicator Status o Speaker is not seated properly o Charger tray is powered off Speaker not in Charger Base Speaker is powered off o Connected, no call in progress, Microphones in Charger Base o Connected, no phone call in progress, Microphone(s) outside of the Charger Base Green flash every second unmuted...
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Page 58: Reset To Factory Defaults
Technical Specifications Models The Revolabs FLX2 System is available with a variety of configurations to provide the best audio capture in the industry. The following is a list of the available models. All of these models work with analog telephone lines. - Page 59 Microphones Dimensions Microphones 94.2 x 24.6mm x 18.5mm (omnidirectional Microphone) Weight 28.6g (omnidirectional Microphone) Bandwidth 80-11,000 Hz from Microphone to Analog OUT. This is reduced for telephone calls based on the bandwidth supported by the phone transport. Battery life (talk time) 8 hours Charge time 2 hours...
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Page 60: Regulatory Information
FCC Notice to Users Users are not permitted to make changes or modify the equipment in any way. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Revolabs, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the... -
Page 61: Restricted Use With Certain Medical Devices
Restricted use with certain medical devices Hearing Aids Some devices may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult with your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives. Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. - Page 62 E C Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer’s Name: Revolabs Manufacturer’s Address: 144 North Road, Suite 3250 Sudbury, MA 01776 U.S.A. Model: Model Numbers Base 10-FLXBASEEU-POTS Charger Base 10-FLXCHGEU-01 Speaker 10-FLXSPEAKEREU-01 Microphone Omni 10-FLXMICEU-OM Microphone Directional 10-FLXMICEU-DR Microphone lapel 10-FLXMICEU-WB Dialer 10-FLXHDDIALEREU-01...
- Page 63 • If trouble is experienced with this equipment, Model 10-FLXBASE-POTS, for repair or warranty information, please contact Revolabs Customer Service at 1-800-326-1088 or on the web at www.revolabs.com. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
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Page 64: Limited Warranty And Limitation Of Liability
Revolabs receives the defective product, and price paid for the defective product upon Customer’s Revolabs will retain risk of loss or damage until the item return of the defective product. All products that are is delivered to Customer. Any customer request for... - Page 65 Limitation of Liability TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, REVOLABS EXCLUDES FOR ITSELF AND ITS SUPPLIERS ANY LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR LOSS OF REVENUE...
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Page 66: Gpl Licensed Software
General Public License version 2 (GPLv2) License Agreements included as part of this documentation: uClinux 2.6.26 BusyBox 1.2.2 Source code for this software can be obtained by contacting Revolabs at support@revolabs.com. GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. - Page 67 Finally, any free program is threatened constantly by software patents. We wish to avoid the danger that redistributors of a free program will individually obtain patent licenses, in effect making the program proprietary. To prevent this, we have made it clear that any patent must be licensed for everyone's free use or not licensed at all.
- Page 68 itself is interactive but does not normally print such an announcement, your work based on the Program is not required to print an announcement.) These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Program, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works.
- Page 69 If distribution of executable or object code is made by offering access to copy from a designated place, then offering equivalent access to copy the source code from the same place counts as distribution of the source code, even though third parties are not compelled to copy the source along with the object code.
- Page 70 consistent application of that system; it is up to the author/donor to decide if he or she is willing to distribute software through any other system and a licensee cannot impose that choice. This section is intended to make thoroughly clear what is believed to be a consequence of the rest of this License.
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Page 71: Technical Support
ANY OTHER PROGRAMS), EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Technical Support If you are experiencing technical problems or if you have questions about the operation, configuration or troubleshooting of any Revolabs product, please email flxsupport@revolabs.com or call 1-800-326-1088...
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