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Lightspeed flexcat User Manual

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  • Page 1 Flexible Audio for Group Learning POWER U s e r M a n u a l...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Overview System components and unpacking Optional components Redcat Access controls, connections & indicators Flexmike controls and connections Flexcat pod controls and connections Remote control functions and indicators SECTION 2: 1. Determine set-up locations Initial Set-up 2. Plug in the charging station and Redcat 3.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused Keep these instructions. for long periods of time. Heed all warnings. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified Follow all instructions. service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus Do not use the apparatus near has been damaged in any way,...

  • Page 5: Overview

    SECTION 1: OVERVIEW SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND UNPACKING The standard configuration of the Flexcat will contain: POWER Redcat Access whole class speaker with power supply Small group speaker Pods (4-6) Flexmike + earbud lanyard & teacher remote Mute Charging station with...
  • Page 6 OPTIONAL COMPONENTS Equipment which may be part of your Flexcat: Additional speaker pods Team teaching kit: 2nd Flexmike + earbud lanyard and remote Mute Standard Components Redcat Access whole room speaker w/ power supply FCCS Flexcat charging station with power supply...
  • Page 7 REDCAT SPEAKER CONTROLS, CONNECTIONS AND INDICATORS POWER ON INDICATOR: The power light will glow blue when power is applied. MIC 1 & MIC 2: Mic link and registration indicators a. Flashing amber indicates registration is in process. b. Solid green indicates a link has been established. POWER (FRONT VIEW) MICROPHONE...
  • Page 8 REDCAT SPEAKER CONTROLS, CONNECTIONS AND INDICATORS CON’T 5. REGISTRATION: Press this button if there is a new microphone, pod, or remote to be registered. REGISTER AUDIO INPUT JACK & VOLUME AUDIO IN 3.5mm stereo connector CONTROL: for connecting multimedia sources to the Redcat Access.
  • Page 9 FLEXMIKE CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS POWER/MUTE SWITCH: press and hold to power on, press to mute, press and hold to power off. MIC 1 STATUS: lighted to indicate microphone is registered as MIC 1. • Blue: solid = normal operation; flashing = linking in process. • Red: solid = muted;...
  • Page 10 FLEXCAT POD CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS – CHARGE CALL AUDIO OUT 16V/0.3A CHARGING INDICATOR: this CALL BUTTON: students can light turns red when charging, press this button to notify the green to indicate charging teacher they need assistance. complete. AUDIO OUT: this jack and...
  • Page 11 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS AND INDICATORS Mute CLASSROOM SPEAKER EARBUD VOLUME: these SELECTION: press to select buttons turn up and down the the Redcat speaker to address volume of the teacher earbud, the whole class. The button allowing you to hear the student turns green when selected, red groups at a comfortable volume when the teacher microphone is...

  • Page 12: Initial Set-Up

    SECTION 2: INITIAL SET-UP 1. DETERMINE SET-UP LOCATIONS Flexcat Charging Station: The charging station organizes and charges the pods, microphone(s) and remote(s). It can be set up anywhere, but it is best to be near the teachers desk and highly accessible for both teachers and students.
  • Page 13 2. PLUG IN THE CHARGING STATION & REDCAT ACCESS SPEAKER Locate the two 16V power supplies and power cables -- one each for the charging station and Redcat Access. Connect the AC power cords into the DC power supplies. Using the first power supply, insert the DC connector into the “DC POWER” jack on the charging station.
  • Page 14 3. CHARGE THE FLEXCAT COMPONENTS Prior to full operation, all system components should be fully charged (at least 8 hours) to ensure optimum performance. Insert all four pods into the charging cradle. Each pod’s charging light will turn red to indicate normal charging. When fully charged, they will turn green.
  • Page 15 4. POWER ON ALL COMPONENTS Power REDCAT ACCESS: this will automatically power on when plugged into power and/or when a Flexmike is powered on. POWER READY SPEAKER PODS: locate the REGISTER GROUP power switch on the bottom of all the pods. Switch to the ON position.
  • Page 16 6. SET UP THE FLEXMIKE + EARBUD Initial Setup • Locate the earbud lanyard • Hang the Flexmike on the lanyard opposite the magnetic clasp. • Plug the earbud into the headphone connection on the Flexmike. • NOTE: if you prefer to wear the earbud in your left ear: - Turn the lanyard around so the earbud goes up to your left ear.
  • Page 17 7. DETERMINE PLACEMENT LOCATION OF THE SPEAKER PODS The pods should be placed in the middle of student groups or learning stations as follows: • Placed on a stable, flat surface • Within 3-6 feet of all students in that group •...
  • Page 18 8. SETTING SYSTEM VOLUME LEVELS To allow for maximum flexibility the Flexmike, pods and Redcat Access speaker all have independent volume controls. By default, all devices are set to the center position, which is optimal in most cases. To set the proper volume for your classroom, place the microphone around your neck and take the following steps: Flexmike Volume (Redcat Access and Pod speakers)

  • Page 19: Section 3

    SECTION 3: DAILY OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove the pods from the charger and place them on the group tables. • The speaker pods will stay powered on while charging when the switch is left in the on position. • Note the location of the pod numbers. Power / Mute Remove the Flexmike from the charger...
  • Page 20 DAILY OPERATION CON’T Using the remote: Function Command Description Whole Class Press center Activates Redcat Access speaker to Instruction button distribute teachers voice to the entire class. Small Group Press #1-6 Activates a 2-way audio connection to Instruction a small group. The teacher can address and listen to that group simultaneously.

  • Page 21: Operation

    SECTION 4: ADDITIONAL OPERATION INFORMATION TIPS AND TRICKS TO SUCCESSFUL USE Determining optimum placement of the pods • Pods should be placed in the approximate center of the group • They can be placed on the center of a table or on the floor where the students are sitting.
  • Page 22 - Remote: microphone 1 or 2 sticker on the back of remote (above barcode) USING OPTIONAL PODS #5-6 Flexcat can to operate with up to 6 speaker pods! The additional pods can be purchased together with the main system or can be added later. Operation Charging •...
  • Page 23 MULTIMEDIA AUDIO INTEGRATION REGISTER AUDIO IN AUDIO (ALD) OUT ON/OFF DC INPUT 16V/2.0A The Redcat speaker has one audio input connection with volume control for connecting to classroom multimedia audio sources (computer, MP3, tablet, smart phone, DVD, etc.). When connected, that audio source is amplified and distributed to the whole classroom from the Redcat speaker.
  • Page 24 MULTIMEDIA AUDIO INTEGRATION CONT’D Quick connction + multimedia sharing with individual student groups • For a fast, temporary connection to a portable audio device like an (MP3, tablet, smart phone, etc.) connect the audio device into the audio input on the Flexmike. •...
  • Page 25 WALL-MOUNTING REDCAT ACCESS The Redcat Access speaker projects and evenly distributes audio throughout the entire class. The following are key considerations to choose the optimum wall- mounting location: • Close proximity to AC power outlet (within about 7 feet) • Centered along a side or rear wall of the classroom • Positioned on the wall about 6-8 feet high • AVOID: mounting in corners or any area near to where the teacher usually instructs.

  • Page 26: Maintenance And

    The battery packs are covered under warranty for 1-year but have a useful life of about 2+ years before they should be replaced. The battery packs must be purchased directly from Lightspeed, but can easily be installed by the user.
  • Page 27 BATTERY REPLACEMENT CONT’D Replacement of battery pack in Flexmike. Slide the battery door open. Disconnect the cable and slide the battery pack out. Take the new battery pack, connect the cable as shown and insert the battery pack into the compartment.
  • Page 28 BATTERY REPLACEMENT CONT’D Replacement of battery pack in remote Use a screwdriver to remove the screw and the slide the battery door open. Disconnect the cable and slide the battery pack out. Take the new battery pack, connect the cable as shown and insert the battery pack into the compartment.
  • Page 29 Press the mute button on the remote or Flexmike to unmute. • Ensure the proper teacher remote is being used. - If there are 2 microphones with the Flexcat system, each Flexmike must be paired together with a specific remote, marked Teacher 1 or Teacher 2. - Check with microphone status indicator light (1 or 2) is on. Ensure you are using the corresponding remote, marked Teacher 1 or Teacher 2 on the serial number label on the back.
  • Page 30 Flexmike and Redcat Access off, then on again. If the microphone still does not link up (turn solid blue), it may need to be re-registered to the Redcat Access. Please refer to the Flexcat registration guide on the Lightspeed website.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CONT’D PROBLEM: Feedback or squealing from Redcat speaker SOLUTION: • Make sure the teacher’s Flexmike is 2-3 feet or more away from the Redcat. Operation at very close distance can cause feedback. • Make sure the nearest pod operating in student sharing mode is at least 6 feet away from the Redcat. Operation at very close distance can cause feedback. • Mute the teacher’s Flexmike. If the feedback or squealing persists, the feedback is being caused by a pod that is in student sharing mode. - If the feedback or squealing goes away, the feedback is being caused by that Flexmike, likely due to the volume level being too high.

  • Page 32: Warranty, Safety

    THREE (3) YEARS, beginning at the date of the purchase invoice. If such malfunction occurs, the product will be repaired or replaced (at Lightspeed’s option) without charge during the warranty period.
  • Page 33 Europe that complies with the European Union Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (“WEEE Directive”). Please visit our website at www.Lightspeed-tek.com for more information. This product is manufactured using lead-free processes and is free of other materials harmful to the environment.
  • Page 34 Européenne suivantes : 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive (LVD). Lightspeed Technologies a lancé un programme de recyclage de produits en Europe conformément à la directive de l’Union Européenne 2002/96/CE relative aux déchets d’équipements électriques et électroniques (directive «...
  • Page 35 SAFETY WARNINGS AND CERTIFICATIONS FCC Notice to user This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 36 SAFETY WARNINGS AND CERTIFICATIONS NOTICE FOR USB NOTE: Lightspeed is not responsible for any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 37 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS SPEAKER PODS (1-6) Battery power: 6V NiMH battery pack Battery life: 10+ hours (fully charged) Power output: 5 Watts per speaker Integrated Speaker: 2” balanced mode radiator (BMR) Integrated microphone: Omni-directional electret Audio output: 3.5mm with volume control Battery charging: 2 contacts for cradle charging + 16V/0.3A DC input...
  • Page 38 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS CONT’D FLEXMIKE (1-2): Description: Pendant-style microphone Earbud lanyard: magnetic clasp with integrated earbud Wireless communication: Access Technology (1.9 GHz) Audio distortion: <1% Integrated microphone: Uni-directional electret Earbud output: 3.5mm Audio input: 3.5mm Volume control: +/- 6 dB Battery power: 2.5V NiMH battery pack Battery life: 8 hours (fully charged)
  • Page 40 LIGHTSPE ED TE CHNOLOGIE S 11509 SW HERM AN R OAD / TUAL ATIN, OR 970 62 T OLL F REE: 800. 73 2.8 99 9 / PHONE : 50 3.684 .5 538 / FAX: 503. 684.3197 LI GHTSPEE D-TEK. COM MN0473US01-0...

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