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Lightspeed Topcat Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 LINK MICROPHONE AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT POWER I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. avoid injury from tip-over. Keep these instructions. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when Heed all warnings. unused for long periods of Follow all instructions. time. Do not use the apparatus near 14.
  • Page 3 USE A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN FOR POWER CONNECTIONS. The • Topcat system uses standard 100 – 240VAC power. Obtain the services of a licensed electrician when supplying and connecting power to the ceiling enclosure. BE SURE electrical installation complies with local building codes.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1. Select Mounting Location 2a. Topcat Install for U.S. and Canada 2b. Topcat Install (Outside U.S. & Canada) 3a. Securing the Topcat for U.S. & Canada 3b. Securing the Topcat (Outside the U.S. & Canada) 4a. Installing and Wiring Electrical Power 4b.

  • Page 6: System Components And Unpacking

    Troubleshooting section of the User Manual. Lightspeed recommends that the microphone(s), Media Connector and/or the accessory box be labeled with the room number of the Topcat that the components are registered with for proper dispersement. To assist in this process, Lightspeed has labeled each registered component with a system number.

  • Page 7: Optional Components

    SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND UNPACKING CONT’D Flexmike Volume Control Microphone Wall Charger for Flexmike Audio Cable Kit OPTIONAL COMPONENTS Optional equipment which may be part of your Topcat system: Sharemike Handheld Mic & Charger Cable DC Extension Cable...

  • Page 8: Installation Planning

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION PLANNING Before beginning installation, make sure you have the necessary tools and materials on hand and that the area underneath the proposed Topcat location is cleared. TOOLS & MATERIALS In addition to the contents of the Topcat system, you may need the following tools &...

  • Page 9: Select Mounting Location

    1. SELECT MOUNTING LOCATION The Topcat is shipped ready to mount in a standard suspended ceiling grid. All hardware needed to secure the Topcat into the ceiling grid is provided. Additional hardware may be required if building structure tie-points are metal.

  • Page 10: 2A. Topcat Install For U.s. And Canada

    2a. TOPCAT INSTALL FOR U.S. & CANADA 2’ X 2’ AND 2’ X 4’ CEILING GRID The dimensions of the Topcat are 1’ x 2’ and is designed to fit into any standard 2’ x 2’ or 2’ x 4’ suspended ceiling tile grid.

  • Page 11: 3A. Securing The Topcat For U.s. & Canada

    If not stable there could be a danger of it falling until safety wires are attached. f. Loop the other end of the safety wire through one of the tab on the Topcat (located in opposite corners). Pull the wire through until it is taut and twist it around itself at least five times to secure the Topcat.
  • Page 12 3a. SECURING THE TOPCAT FOR U.S. & CANADA CONT’D Figure 2: Set Into Ceiling Figure 3: Loop the Safety anchor or Wire Through Tab eye screw...

  • Page 13: 3B. Securing The Topcat

    Loop the other end of the safety wire through one of the tab on the Topcat (located in opposite corners). Pull the wire through until it is taut and twist it around itself at least five times to secure the Topcat.
  • Page 14 3b. SECURING THE TOPCAT (OUTSIDE U.S. & CANADA) CONT’D Figure 2: Attaching the safety wire to the building structure Safety wire tab Figure 3: Set Into Ceiling...
  • Page 15 3b. SECURING THE TOPCAT (OUTSIDE U.S. & CANADA) CONT’D Figure 4: Drill Screws into the Side of Topcat .6” min. (15 mm) anchor or eye screw Figure 5: Loop the Safety Wire Through Tab...

  • Page 16: 4A. Installing And Wiring Electrical Power

    Find the power conduit hole on the Topcat back can and remove the plastic plug. Insert the mains electrical wire through the hole. c. Find and open the front panel door on the Topcat by sliding the door toward the end of the Topcat to disengage the lock. (See figure 1)
  • Page 17 Figure 3 Note: When hard wiring AC power to Topcat, electrical codes require for the Topcat to be permanently affixed to the ceiling rail. Utilizing ex- isting holes on the vertical section of the ceiling rail (center of the hole to the base of the rail must be a minimum of 15mm) drill two screw on each 2’...
  • Page 18 4a. INSTALLING AND WIRING ELECTRICAL POWER CONT’D Wiring AC Power to the Topcat Note: When hard wiring AC power to Topcat, electrical codes require for the Topcat to be permanently affixed to the ceiling rail. Utilizing existing holes on the vertical section of...

  • Page 19: 4B. Alternate Power (Optional)

    2. Find the 50’ DC extension cable and plug the female connector into the side port on the Topcat. Use the wire anchor supplied with the cable to secure the cable to the side of the Topcat chassis.
  • Page 20 ELECTRICAL POWER CONT’D When wiring electrical power is complete, close door securly by applying pressure outward on the tabs located on the main body of the Topcat. Then slide the door toward the middle of the unit and lock into place.

  • Page 21: Location Of The Media Connector

    NOTE: The Media Connector does not require a direct line of sight to the Topcat. However it functions best when no obstructions are between the two devices. Do not place in an enclosed metal cabinet. A. COUNTER OR DESKTOP •...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Power Supply

    B. WALL MOUNTING • Find a location on the wall that is near the computer or other AV equipment that will be connected to the Media Connector. • Power for the Media Connector must be within 6 ft of this location. Hold Media Connector up to the wall and ensure that it is level.

  • Page 23: Audio Integration

    7. AUDIO INTEGRATION The Media Connector is designed to integrate multiple audio sources quickly and easily. Topcat Access Transmission Teacher’s Flexmike TONE AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN USB POWER TREBLE BASS REGISTER 5V/1.5A...

  • Page 24: Volume Adjustment For The Media Connector

    NOTE ON REGISTRATION: The Topcat and Media Connector are pre-registered together as a pair at the Lightspeed factory as required for proper operation. If paired Topcat and Media Connector are separated and swapped during the installation process, they must be re-registered.

  • Page 25: Setup And Operation Of The Flexmike And Topcat

    FLEXMIKE AND TOPCAT NOTE: This procedure is easier with two people. 1. Turn the Media Connector power REMEMBER: This equipment on. The blue LED on the Topcat supplements the user’s voice will glow. so they are able to speak in a conversational tone.

  • Page 26: Charging The Flexmike

    A green light indicates that charging is complete and a full charge has been reached. See Troubleshooting section for more information. Replacement NiMH battery packs may only be purchased through Lightspeed Technologies (part # NH2.4V). Do not attempt to charge with other battery packs.

  • Page 27: Tips To Obtain Optimum Audio Performance

    11. TIPS TO OBTAIN OPTIMUM AUDIO PERFORMANCE • Speak in a natural voice. A normal conversational speech level will 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.
  • Page 28 Figure 1: Hanging the Sensor Clip Figure 2: Step 2: Connecting the sensor to the Connecting Pagefirst to Topcat speaker wire a. Gain access to the back of the speaker either up in the ceiling or on the wall.
  • Page 29 The sensor needs to be hard-wired back to the Topcat. a. Insert the euro-block connector of the wire into the PageFirst input jack on the Topcat. Secure with a screw driver by tightening the screw on the left and right sides of the terminals. (Figure 2.3) b.
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