Clear-Com T-Desk Reference Manual
Clear-Com T-Desk Reference Manual

Clear-Com T-Desk Reference Manual

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T-Desk
Desktop Software Reference Manual
399G115 Rev A 8-July-2014

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  • Page 1 T-Desk Desktop Software Reference Manual 399G115 Rev A 8-July-2014...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ..........................1 Hardware Connection ......................2 System Requirements ......................3 Installation ..........................3 T-Desk Overview ........................4 BaseStation Main Tab ......................5 BaseStation Wire Levels Tab ....................7 BaseStation Settings Tab ......................8 BaseStation Tech Menu Tab ....................10 BeltStation Main Tab ......................
  • Page 4 No part of this document may be reproduced in any form by any means without prior written authorization of Clear-Com, an HME Company. Clear-Com Offices are located in California, USA; Cambridge, UK; Montreal, Canada; and Beijing, China. Specific addresses and con- tact information can be found on Clear-Com’s corporate website: Website: www.clearcom.com...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Tempest BaseStation with up to five BeltStations is as easy to operate as a cell phone. However, optimizing multiple Tempest BaseStations while connected to one or more wired intercom systems is not trivial. T-Desk displays all of the relevant system information in a manner that is easy to see and adjust.
  • Page 6: Hardware Connection

    BaseStation is set for automatic DHCP. Multiple instances of T-Desk can be run on the same network; however, a BaseStation can only log into one instance at a time. If one user manually logs out of a specific BaseStation, that BaseStation can be selected manually by another user or will automatically log in, depending on the Base Log-In Mode settings.
  • Page 7: System Requirements

    To install T-Desk on your PC, open the T-Desk folder and click on the “Tempest Desktop Software Setup.exe” icon to run the program. Follow windows installer instructions to complete installation. The file “T-Desk##.dll” does not open, but is required for T-Desk to run.
  • Page 8: T-Desk Overview

    Only one network can be selected at any given time. 6. Base Log-In Mode - this button allows the user to determine how BaseStations log in and out of T-Desk. When in “Automatic”, BaseStations will come online automatically when properly configured and connected to the network.
  • Page 9: Basestation Main Tab

    Talk button(s) for that particular BeltStation. The BeltStation user can re-enable the talk button at any time. The “Call Belt” button initiates a call signal to that specific BeltStation. By clicking on the BeltStation’s name, you are routed to that BeltStation’s Main Settings screen where you can adjust settings specific to that BeltStation. T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 10 A “call” is a signal that can be sent to other users on the Tempest Wireless system or a connected wired intercom system. The Call Channel area allows a T-Desk user to initiate a call signal on a specific channel.
  • Page 11: Basestation Wire Levels Tab

    A&B (and CHAN C&D with four-channel BaseStations). This setting must be physically changed to either RTS, ClearCom, or BAL and is not adjustable via T-Desk. However, you can view the current placement of switch(es) on the bottom of the T-Desk screen in the Dashboard Status Bar.
  • Page 12: Basestation Settings Tab

    (dB). To enable, move the slider bar to any value other than “0.” Adjusting the levels to OFF disables the function for the corresponding channel. BaseStation Settings Tab The BaseStation Setting Tab allows you to adjust the selected BaseStation’s Stage Announce, Base Mic, and Front Panel settings. T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 13 The Sidetone level determines the level the user hears their own voice in their headset. It can be adjusted by moving the slider bar to the left (louder) or the right (softer). The Sidetone level is measured in decibels (dB). T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 14: Basestation Tech Menu Tab

    Static - the BeltStations register in the slot that has been assigned to it. If two or more BeltStations have the same slot assignment, only the first BeltStation to be powered ON will secure the slot. Slot numbers are assigned directly at the BeltStation. T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 15: Echo Cancellation

    This information is for technical support only. LAN Information The information relating to the Local Area Network (LAN) settings is normally obtained automatically when using a router or switch device. These IP addresses are key when using T-Desk with Tempest Wireless. T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 16 These profiles are stored on the computer and not in the BaseStation. You can store files on a USB drive to use on other computers with T-Desk. This is useful if the system is used in multiple event applications, and offers a quick and easy solution to changing settings.
  • Page 17: Beltstation Main Tab

    Stage Announce Stage Announce - the Audio Control button is limited to Momentary or Disabled mode; the Relay Control option can be Enabled or Disabled. Note: The Stage Relay is in addition to the five BaseStation relays. T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 18 Relay Button - once the relay is selected, this feature allows the user to determine which button will activate that relay. Call Alert - this option determines how a call signal will be received by the BeltStation; choose from an Audible Tone, Vibrate, or Both. T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 19: Advanced Settings

    Shared Audio - this feature controls whether the user will hear any return audio when operating in split or Shared Mode. Low Battery Warning If a BeltStation’s battery is low, a red battery icon will appear next to the belt in the BeltStation Navigation Pane. T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 20: Beltstation Tech Menu Tab

    “Open”. You can also load and save profiles for a BeltStation by clicking on the BaseStation it is logged into under the BaseStation Navigation Pane under the Profiles tab. T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 21: All Systems Tab

    BelStation’s settings tab by clicking on its status area. Once all systems are optimized, this screen provides an easy method for continuous monitoring of all individual BeltStations. T-Desk Reference Manual...
  • Page 23 www.clearcom.com...

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