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Clear-Com Tempest 2400 MasterBelt Reference Manual

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2400 MasterBelt™
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2-Channel Wireless Intercom Reference Manual
399G114 Rev A

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  • Page 1 Tempest 2400 MasterBelt™ ® 2-Channel Wireless Intercom Reference Manual 399G114 Rev A...
  • Page 2 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 contact information can be found on Clear-Com’s corporate web site: Web site: www.clearcom.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Thank you from Tempest Wireless ......................1 Important Safety Instructions ......................... 2 A/C Power Warning ..........................3 Battery Safety ............................3 Battery Transportation ........................3 Battery Storage..........................4 Maintenance and Care ..........................4 Cleaning ............................4 Temperature and Humidity ......................4 MasterBelt Overview ..........................
  • Page 4 Configure BeltStation Settings ......................16 Name BeltStations ..........................16 Adjust Mic Gain ............................16 Adjust Sidetone............................16 Adjust BeltStation Slot ..........................16 Additional Settings and Features ......................17 Modes of Operation ..........................19 Normal Mode ............................19 Shared Mode ............................19 Split Mode .............................. 20 MasterBelt Menu ............................26 BeltStation Menu ...........................26...

  • Page 5: Thank You From Tempest Wireless

    Thank you from Clear-Com We at Clear-Com want to thank you for purchasing a Tempest MasterBelt Wireless Intercom System. We have made every effort to build a reliable, intuitive wireless intercom system that provides the same functionality that you expect from your hard-wired intercom equipment.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions The word “Caution” is the lowest of the three signal words (Caution, Warning and Danger), with “Danger” being the highest. Therefore, whenever the word “Caution” is used, it may be replaced with either of the higher rated signal words: “Warning”...

  • Page 7: A/C Power Warning

    A/C Power Warning Users should exercise extreme care when working with electricity. Additional care should be used when working with electricity outdoors in inclement weather. When working outdoors or near water, always connect the system into a ground-fault interrupting circuit. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the Tempest MasterBelt.

  • Page 8: Battery Storage

    Tempest batteries are not subject to transport regulations of dangerous goods because they fulfill the following regulatory provisions: » ADR 188 » IATA A45 » IMDG 188 Battery Storage Long-term storage of batteries at maximum charge can result in permanent loss of capacity. For long term storage of batteries, charge/discharge the batteries to approximately 60% of capacity.

  • Page 9: Masterbelt Overview

    MasterBelt Overview The Tempest MasterBelt is a 2-Channel Tempest BeltStation that serves as a Tempest BaseStation. The MasterBelt is compatible with existing 2-Channel Tempest BeltStations. Like a Tempest BaseStation, the MasterBelt is capable of hosting and supporting up to five standard BeltStations in full duplex communication when operating in Normal mode. When operating in Shared or Split mode, the MasterBelt can support an unlimited number of standard BeltStations in a listen/ push-to-talk capacity.

  • Page 10: 5- Lcd

    5- LCD While in Operational Mode, the LCD displays the number of BeltStations currently in use with the MasterBelt. In addition, it includes the name of the MasterBelt, battery life remaining, channel indicators and other data. The LCD backlight and contrast can be adjusted from the LCD Adjustments menu screen under the LCD/LED section of the MasterBelt menu.

  • Page 11: Talk Button A And B

    The mic detect circuit (dynamic/electret) will indicate dynamic when it sees a load of 600Ω or less. It will indicate an electret when it sees 1kΩ or greater. Between 600Ω and 1kΩ is not recommended as it may not accurately detect mic type. Talk Button A and B There are two TALK buttons on each MasterBelt, one for channel A and the other for channel B.

  • Page 12: Beltstation Overview

    BeltStation Overview 1- Volume- CH A and CH B In Operational Mode, turning the Volume control adjusts the volume of the audio. Volume indicators appear on the display during adjustment and are expressed in Decibels (dB). The Volume control has an option to be set to “Volume Press” where it requires a “press and turn”...

  • Page 13: 1- Rubberized Access Cover

    1- Rubberized Access Cover The Rubberized Access Cover helps prevent dust, dirt and liquid from entering the BeltStation through the USB or the BeltStation pairing connector. Keep this cover securely closed at all times to ensure the best possible seal. 2- USB Mini B Connector The USB Connector is used to charge the BeltStation with the supplied wall charger.

  • Page 14: Talk Button A And B

    Talk Button A and B There are two TALK buttons on each BeltStation, one for channel A and the other for channel B. The Talk button enables the microphone signal for the assigned intercom channels. Tempest uses an intelligent latching method for TALK buttons.

  • Page 15: Masterbelt Set-Up

    MasterBelt Set-up Selecting MasterBelt Location Antenna Pattern The Tempest MasterBelt and BeltStation have the same internal patch antenna located at the top-end of the unit. It is important to understand the antenna propagation when determining the location of the MasterBelt during operation. The MasterBelt and BeltStation antenna is a linear polarized omnidirectional antenna.

  • Page 16: Battery Charging And Installation

    Battery Charging and Installation With the Lithium-Polymer batteries installed in the battery compartment, plug the AC end of the supplied 5VDC Charger/Power Supply into a standard AC wall outlet. Open the rubberized access cover on the side of the MasterBelt or BeltStation and plug the USB end of the Charger/Power Supply into the USB connector.

  • Page 17: Masterbelt Power On/Off

    MasterBelt Power ON/OFF • The Power ON/OFF button is used to turn the MasterBelt ON or OFF. • Press and hold the Power ON/OFF button for two seconds to turn the MasterBelt ON. • Press and hold for four seconds to turn the MasterBelt OFF. Selecting a Frequency Band The Tempest MasterBelt 2.4GHz model is approved for license free use in most countries.

  • Page 18: Set Network Number And Lockout Key

    Set Network Number and Lockout Key The Network Number determines the frequency hopping pattern for the MasterBelt and its respective BeltStations. This is a key operational parameter and is represented by a number between 0 and 63. Using different configurations or systems in close proximity can cause interference and diminish performance. Multiple MasterBelt configurations within the same proximity should maintain a respectable distance from one another and always utilize different network numbers.

  • Page 19: Pairing Beltstations To Masterbelt

    Pairing BeltStations to MasterBelt Pair BeltStation to MasterBelt: Confirm that the MasterBelt is powered ON and in Operational Mode (not in Menu Mode) and that the BeltStation is powered OFF. Confirm that the MasterBelt’s Network Number and Lockout Key are adjusted as needed. See the section on Set Network Number and Lockout Key.

  • Page 20: Configure Beltstation Settings

    Configure BeltStation Settings Name BeltStations Naming BeltStations is the same as naming a MasterBelt. See the “Name MasterBelt” for more information on naming BeltStations. Adjust Mic Gain Set the Mic Gain properly to ensure the best audio quality. To set the Mic Gain for the BeltStation Headset: 1.

  • Page 21: Additional Settings And Features

    The MasterBelt default is for Dynamic Slot Assignment. This means that when BeltStations log in to a MasterBelt, the information about the BeltStations is displayed on the MasterBelt LCD screen in alpha-numeric order according to the name of the BeltStation. For example, “Dir” appears before “Light1,” which appears before “StgMgr,” but they can change slots depending on which BeltStations are turned ON.
  • Page 22 • Volume Limit - a minimum and maximum volume level can be set per MasterBelt or BeltStation. In loud environments a higher minimum volume may be desirable, while in quiet environments a lower maximum volume may be preferable. Default setting is OFF for both Min Volume and Max Volume. »...

  • Page 23: Modes Of Operation

    Modes of Operation Tempest MasterBelts offer three modes of operation: Normal , Shared , and Split Mode. The mode of operation can be set by going into menu mode on the MasterBelt. Press MENU, select Mode Settings>OP Mode and choose from one of the three modes.

  • Page 24: Split Mode

    Split Mode In Split mode, some users are operating in Normal and some in Shared mode. This mode offers the use of 4 BeltStations (per MasterBelt) that utilize the standard anytime talk back capability and allows an unlimited number of “shared” BeltStations to listen and talk on the final slot.
  • Page 25 Radio Compliance This unit has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    1) Cables, accessories, components & consumable items have a Limited Warranty of 90 days. 2) Any Clear-Com product that has been classified as obsolete at the time of sale has a Limited Warranty of 90 days from sales and will be replaced with the same product or a sales credit will be issued, at the sole discretion of Clear-Com.
  • Page 27 Customer will pay Clear-Com’s then current published charges to restore such Covered Products to a condition eligible for further service under this Agreement. Clear-Com shall be excused from and shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under this Agreement due to the foregoing or any causes beyond its reasonable control.

  • Page 28: Technical Support

    E-mail: Support@Clearcom.com d) E-mail Technical Support is available for all Clear-Com branded products free of charge for the life of the product, or two years after a product has been classified as obsolete, whichever comes first. To log or update a request, send an e-mail to: Support@Clearcom.com.
  • Page 29 The Customer will be provided with an RMA number upon contacting Clear-Com Sales Support as instructed below. c) The RMA number must be obtained from Clear-Com via phone or e-mail prior to returning product to the Service Center. Product received by the Service Center without a proper RMA number is subject to return to the Customer at the Customer’s expense.
  • Page 30 The Customer will be provided with an RA number upon contacting Clear-Com Customer Services as instructed below. c) The RA number must be obtained from Clear-Com via phone or e-mail prior to returning product to the Service Center. Product received by the Service Center without a proper RA number is subject to return to the Customer at the Customer’s expense.

  • Page 31: Masterbelt Menu

    MasterBelt Menu BeltStation Menu Tempest®2400 MasterBelt™...
  • Page 32 Tempest®2400 MasterBelt™...
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