TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: System Components and Unpacking Overview Optional Components FP 100 Front and Top Panel Controls FP 100 Rear Controls REDMIKE VC Controls and Connections Cradle Charger Controls and Connections SECTION 2: Step 1. Location of the Amplifier Set-up &...
SECTION 1: OVERVIEW SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND UNPACKING The standard configuration of the FP 100 will contain: FP 100 Infrared Wireless Microphone System Amplifier Power Supply Infrared Sensor and Cable Charging Cradle and Power Supply REDMIKE™ VC Audio Patch Cable Volume Control...
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OPTIONAL COMPONENTS Optional equipment which may be part of your FP 100 system: REDMIKE® VC REDMIKE Share Classroom Handheld Mic & Microphone Charger Cable LT-71 LT-71 LightMic and Charger Cable Standard Components RX-FP100 Compact Infrared Microphone Receiver PS-24V-250 24V/250A power supply for FP 100...
1. SENSOR SHORT: This LED glows when there is a short in one of the sensor cables. 2. SENSOR INPUT: The IR sensor cable connects to the sensor input jacks. Connect additional sensors to the FP 100 to cover large or odd-shaped rooms.
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REDMIKE VC (Volume Control) Controls and Connections 1. POWER /MUTE BUTTON source to wirelessly transmit audio to be played through the 2. POWER/LOW BATTERY system. Alternatively, an external INDICATOR: A BLUE light microphone can be connected. indicates the REDMIKE VC is on 6.
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CRADLE CHARGER CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 1. CHARGE INDICATORS: The light 2. DC POWER PORT: Connect the glows RED while the REDMIKE is DC power cord here. charging. When fully charged, the 3. OPTIONAL CHARGING PORT: light will glow GREEN. A blinking Plug the charging cord for the RED light indicates that no battery optional LT-71 or the REDMIKE...
Before running wires to the FP 100 or plugging in, find a suitable, stable location for the amplifier. Ideally, the teacher should have ready access and an electrical outlet should be within six feet. The best possible location for the FP 100 is in a media cabinet with any existing audio/video equipment.
2. IR SENSOR INSTALLATION Sensor location is very important for optimum performance of the 820iR Classroom Audio System. • BEST: On the ceiling at or near the middle of the classroom. • GOOD: High and centered on the long wall. •...
2. IR SENSOR INSTALLATION CONT’D Suspended Ceiling Mount Wall/Solid Ceiling Mount wall mounting strip c-clip 1. Lift the ceiling tile nearest the grid rail in your desired sensor location. Guide one side of the C-clip over one edge of the grid rail.
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3A. CONNECTING TO THE AMPLIFIER 1. Locate the audio patch cable 2. Strip the cable’s rubber insulation ½” (see A in illustration) and then strip the outer sheath of the signal wire leaving ¼” exposed (see B in illustration). Audio Patch Cable Ground...
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3A. CONNECTING TO THE AMPLIFIER CONT’D 3. Insert the stripped wires into the marked openings, left and right, in the Euro-block. 4. Secure the inserted wires by tightening the retaining screws.
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3A. CONNECTING TO THE AMPLIFIER CONT’D 5. Ensure the B/MIX switch is pushed to the right to select the MIXED output. 6. Connect the ¼˝ connector into the audio or microphone input on the existing amplifier. 3B. INDIVIDUAL CHANNEL CONNECTION (ALTERNATE CONNECTION METHOD) This method allows for individual control of each microphone channel...
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3. Ensure sensor cable is attached securely. 4. Ensure DC barrel end of the power supply is connected to the DC input on the FP 100. 5. Ensure AC adaptor end of the power supply is connected to a standard 110 VAC electrical wall...
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REDMIKE VC incorporates alkaline protection into the microphone design. Always use a Lightspeed rechargeable sensing battery. Replacement AA NiMH batteries may only be purchased through Lightspeed Technologies (part # BA- NH2A27). Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries. They can overheat and expand creating a significant hazard and damaging the microphone (this is not covered by warranty).
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1. Turn the FP 100 power on. The blue LED will glow. 2. Turn on the REDMIKE VC. The RED IR LED on the FP 100 will light to indicate a signal is being received. 3. Slip the REDMIKE VC with lanyard...
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USING THE REDMIKE VC TO AMPLIFY EXTERNAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT The REDMIKE VC includes a 3.5mm audio input jack to connect to an audio source like a laptop or MP3 player. The REDMIKE VC will transmit the audio signal to be played through the system. If your system includes two REDMIKE VCs, use the student microphone (already set to Channel B).
SECTION 3: OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES REDMIKE CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 1. POWER BUTTON: Press this opening the compartment door, as button to turn the REDMIKE ON, it may tear, leaving fragments. press again to turn it OFF (mute). 5. AUDIO/MICROPHONE INPUT: 2. POWER/LOW BATTERY Use this input to plug in a laptop, INDICATOR: A BLUE light MP3 player or other audio...
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Before use, the REDMIKE should be charged. See page 20 and follow the same instructions for the REDMIKE. REDMIKE: Initial Set-up 1. Turn the FP 100 power on. The REMEMBER: This equipment blue LED will glow. supplements the user’s voice so they are able to speak in a 2.
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OPTIONAL LT-71: Controls and Connections LT-71 LT-71 1. ON/OFF/MUTE Switch 5. AUXILIARY (AUX): Plug a laptop, MP3 player or other audio source 2. CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH (CH into this jack to wirelessly transmit A/B): Use this to choose Channel the audio signal to be played A or B.
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LT-71: Charging 1. Ensure that the LT-71 is turned OFF. 2. Make sure the cradle charger is plugged into a wall outlet. Connect one end of the charging cable into the jack labeled CHARGER on the side of the LT-71 and plug the other end into the charging jack on the rear of the REDMIKE cradle charger.
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LT-71: Initial Set-up Once the LT-71 is charged, follow these steps to set it up for use. 1. Turn the FP 100 power switch to the ON position. The RED LED on the switch will glow. 2. Turn on the LT-71 and set the operating channel to “B”.
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REDMIKE Share: Controls and Connections 1. POWER SWITCH 2. POWER/CHARGE INDICATOR: this light glows blue when turned on and turns off to indicate low battery level. When charging, the light glows red. 3. AUDIO INPUT: plug a laptop, MP3 player or other audio device into this jack to wirelessly transmit the audio signal to be played through the system.
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REDMIKE Share: Charging 1. Ensure that the REDMIKE Share is charger. The REDMIKE Share’s turned OFF. rechargeable batteries are factory installed. The LED on the front 2. Make sure the cradle charger of the Handheld Mic will glow is plugged into a wall outlet. GREEN when charging.
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REDMIKE Share: Initial Set-up 1. Ensure the FP 100 is ON. The RED LED on the power switch will glow. 2. Turn on the REDMIKE Share by sliding the switch to the top position. 3. Grip the barrel in the center section.
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5. If the first two options do not give optimum volume level, the last place to adjust the volume is the CH. B Volume on the FP 100. NOTE: If you adjust the CH B volume on the classroom audio...
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OPTIONAL IR MEDIA CONNECTOR AUDIO INTEGRATION The iRMC is designed to integrate with the FP 100 and multiple audio sources, allowing other instructional technologies to be clearly heard throughout the classroom. Video In Projector Projector IR Sensor IR Transmission Teacher’s...
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SOLUTION: Follow these steps to produce sound from speakers. • Inspect the battery contacts. Clean and adjust if necessary. • Turn the FP 100 on. Confirm that the POWER light located on the PROBLEM: Hearing Static front panel switch is on.
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TIPS TO OBTAIN OPTIMUM AUDIO PERFORMANCE • Speak in a natural voice. A normal conversational speech levelwill provide an adequate signal. It is not necessary to increase the intensity of your voice—the audio system provides adequate amplification (approximately 5 – 10 dB) above ambient room noises.
SECTION 5: WARRANTY, SAFETY & SPECIFICATIONS FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Lightspeed Classroom Audio Systems 3. Prepaid shipping labels are are guaranteed against malfunction provided by Lightspeed factory due to defects in materials and or an authorized warranty service workmanship for a period of FIVE (5) center for warranty repairs.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. 11. Only use attachments/ accessories specified by the Keep these instructions. manufacturer. Heed all warnings. 12. Use only with a cart, Follow all instructions. stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the Do not use the apparatus manufacturer, or sold with near water.
European Union Directives: 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/ EED, and 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives. Lightspeed Technologies launched a formal product recycle program in 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...
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SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS OVERALL SPECIFICATIONS Carrier Frequencies (IR) 2.06/2.54; 3.2/3.7 MHz Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 73 dB Dynamic Range > 73 dB Maximum Deviation ±50 Hz Frequency Stability ±3% Frequency Response 100 Hz - 10k Hz Audio Output Level 0 - 1.0 V RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS Receiver Type Superheterodyne...
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