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Summary of Contents for CAT 885

Page 1: ...U s e r M a n u a l Classroom Audio System...

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Page 3: ...tep 6 Charging the REDMIKE 24 Step 7 Operating the REDMIKE 25 Step 8 Initial Set up Speaker Audio 26 Step 9 Setting Mic Priorities 27 Output to Assistive Listening Device 28 Using the REDMIKE to Ampli...

Page 4: ...nched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with a cart stand tri...

Page 5: ...nty Safety Specifications SECTION 1 OVERVIEW SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND UNPACKING The standard configuration of the CAT 885 will contain ISR Infrared Sensor Receiver and Cable Charging Cradle and Power Sup...

Page 6: ...ier mixer PS 24V 2 5 24V 2 5A power supply for CAT 885 RX ISR Infrared sensor receiver with mounting bracket CA P5E50 50 plenum rated Cat 5e cable RMT REDMIKE classroom microphone with battery BA NH2A...

Page 7: ...LT 71 LightMic and Charger Cable Optional Components RMV REDMIKE VC microphone with battery RMS REDMIKE Share handheld microphone with battery pack LT71 LightMic microphone with batteries BA NH2A27 A...

Page 8: ...4 B VOLUME Controls the volume of the student or second teacher microphone set to channel B 5 AUDIO INPUT VOLUMES Control the volume of the audio coming from the media source computer TV VCR CD DVD et...

Page 9: ...s can be connected to each output maximum of 12 8 ohm speakers 3 MONO STEREO SWITCH This switch toggles between mono and stereo speaker output for channels 5 left and 6 right This switch impacts only...

Page 10: ...s microphone system which adds two additional microphone channels 9 AUDIO INPUTS These connections accept an audio signal from other technology so all multimedia can be distributed evenly throughout t...

Page 11: ...These lights glow when the corresponding microphone set to channel A or B is turned on and transmitting A steady light indicates a strong signal 3 SENSOR OUT Connect the Cat 5 sensor cable to this con...

Page 12: ...sable protective tab before use NOTE do not attempt to remove the tab without first opening the compartment door as it may tear leaving fragments 5 AUDIO MICROPHONE INPUT Use this input to plug in a l...

Page 13: ...ht indicates that no battery is sensed REDMIKE Yellow Protective Tab may not have been completely removed see page 5 item 4 A blinking Green LED means a non Lightspeed battery has been installed possi...

Page 14: ...ar the other equipment to be used If this is not possible an optional Lightspeed wall shelf can be installed Media Cabinet Set up The optional Lightspeed wall shelf part AC 800WB is specifically desig...

Page 15: ...assroom Audio System The ISR should be as high as possible in the room the ceiling is the best location centered along the longest wall in the room When possible use a conduit to protect the wires not...

Page 16: ...cond tab around the other side of the t bar c Repeat with the other side of the bracket so it is connected at all four points 2 Slide the ISR onto the bracket until it clicks into place a Guide the mo...

Page 17: ...amplifier securing it along with way using surface raceway where possible 3 Slide the ISR onto the bracket until it clicks into place 2 IR SENSOR RECEIVER ISR INSTALLATION CONT D Wall Solid Ceiling M...

Page 18: ...er s 2 Follow instructions and mount speaker s 3 Return to this manual to complete the set up of your system 4A CONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY 1 Ensure the power button is depressed in the OFF position 2 Co...

Page 19: ...ION Check the connections from the ISR Sensor to the CAT 885 Ensure the CAT 885 is plugged into an electrical outlet CAT 885 Amplifier 1 Ensure the power is still switched off 2 Check the connection f...

Page 20: ...g 5 Warranty Safety Specifications 1 Ensure the power switch is in the off position 2 Ensure speaker wire connections are secure and not frayed Under normal conditions each speaker volume control shou...

Page 21: ...es 4 Troubleshooting 5 Warranty Safety Specifications 1 Connect any auxiliary audio sources to the corresponding labeled input See following page for more information about integration with other clas...

Page 22: ...te TV VCR CD DVD or computer directly into the CAT 885 1 7 3 4 5 6 2 1 PROJECTOR 2 LAPTOP 3 CAT 885 4 DVD 5 ISR SENSOR 6 TEACHER S MICROPHONE 7 SPEAKERS 1 Ensure the power is switched off and the audi...

Page 23: ...ached A blinking light indicates a charging or sensing error See Troubleshooting section for more information REDMIKE incorporates alkaline protection into the microphone design Always use a Lightspee...

Page 24: ...sponding channel on the CAT 885 until your voice is barely audible Each REDMIKE has its channel pre set to either A or B as indicated on the back of the Mic REMEMBER This equipment supplements the use...

Page 25: ...nd is muddy or has too much bass Lower the 400 adjustment by about halfway and or Raise the 2K5 or 4K adjustment above the centerline by about 1 4 Note the EQ adjustments should be preset at 0 or half...

Page 26: ...rity over any audio sources that are plugged into the Audio Inputs only Computer TV VCR CD DVD etc When the teacher speaks into the microphone the audio of the input sources will mute When the teacher...

Page 27: ...peed LES 370 Personal System requires a 3 5 mm to 3 5 mm patch cable part CA MMC3535 not included 3 Connect a patch cable from the ALD s microphone jack or AUX input to one of the following 3 5mm audi...

Page 28: ...o amplify the external audio equipment so the teacher s volume on the Channel A teacher mike does not have to be adjusted To determine which REDMIKE is set to Channel B you can look at the switch on t...

Page 29: ...29 2 Setup Use 3 Optional Accessories 1 Overview 4 Troubleshooting 5 Warranty Safety Specifications...

Page 30: ...ld only be replaced by a Lightspeed AA rechargeable sensing battery part BA NH2A27 4 YELLOW PROTECTIVE TAB Slide the battery compartment door and remove this disposable protective tab before use 5 AUD...

Page 31: ...me instructions for the REDMIKE See page 24 and follow the same instructions for the REDMIKE to setup the REDMIKE VC NOTE A nominal volume level must be set on the CAT 885 before adjusting controls on...

Page 32: ...harged A RED light indicates a charge is needed 4 EXTERNAL MICROPHONE INPUT MIC Use the 3 5mm MIC jack for the optional TK 250 headset microphone part MC TK250LTM 5 AUXILIARY AUX Plug a laptop MP3 pla...

Page 33: ...into the charging jack on the rear of the REDMIKE cradle charger The LT 71 s rechargeable batteries are factory installed The LED on the front of the LT 71 will glow RED when charging 3 Leave the LT 7...

Page 34: ...ting channel to B 3 Slip the LT 71 with lanyard around the neck and position the top of the microphone just below the collarbone NOTE Positioning of the LT 71 is critical for proper volume adjustment...

Page 35: ...harging 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 4 CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH...

Page 36: ...the REDMIKE Share 3 Plug the other end into the charging jack on the rear of the cradle charger 4 The LED on the microphone will glow RED to indicate charging 5 Leave the REDMIKE Share plugged in over...

Page 37: ...Grip the barrel in the center section Avoid covering the infrared emitters just below the microphone grille This could interrupt signal transmission 4 While speaking in a normal voice increase the B V...

Page 38: ...volume on the classroom audio system you will also be changing the volume for your second microphone Return the CH B volume knob to the original position before turning the second microphone back on 2...

Page 39: ...gies to be clearly heard throughout the classroom Projector DVD VCR Speaker s IR Sensor iR Media Connector Projector Audio In Audio Out IR Transmission Video In Audio Out Audio Out Video Out Video Out...

Page 40: ...he microphone to Channel A PROBLEM Low Volume or Feedback SOLUTION Follow these steps to eliminate low volume or feedback Ensure microphone is positioned appropriately just below the collar bone Check...

Page 41: ...te amplification approximately 5 10 dB above ambient room noises Avoid wearing jewelry that may rub or bump against the microphone Turn the REDMIKE off during private conversations with a student pare...

Page 42: ...nt to the customer to minimize downtime Customers will receive the exchange product s or component s within 2 3 days A prepaid return label will be included with exchanged products so original malfunc...

Page 43: ...llowing 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 th...

Page 44: ...ectional Electret Battery Power 1 year warranty 1 AA NiMH Rechargeable Sensing Battery Audio Input 3 5 mm Dimensions W x D x H 0 9 x 1 0 x 3 5 Weight 2 1 oz LT 71 LightMic Audio Distortion 1 Built in...

Page 45: ...45 1 Overview 2 Setup Use 3 Optional Accessories 4 Troubleshooting 5 Warranty Safety Specifications...

Page 46: ...46 1 Overview 2 Setup Use 3 Optional Accessories 4 Troubleshooting 5 Warranty Safety Specifications...

Page 47: ...47 1 Overview 2 Setup Use 3 Optional Accessories 4 Troubleshooting 5 Warranty Safety Specifications...

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