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WaveCAST EIGHT

SAR Requirement

This product meets the applicable national or international RF exposure guidance (SAR guideline) when used normally against

your head or, when worn or carried, at a distance of 0.5 cm from the body. The SAR guideline includes a considerable safety

margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.

Ce produit est conforme aux directives nationales ou internationales sur l’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques (directives

SAR) en vigueur lorsqu’il est utilisé normalement contre la tête ou, porté ou porté, à une distance de 0,5 cm du corps.
La directive SAR inclut une marge de sécurité considérable conçue pour assurer la sécurité de toutes les personnes,

indépendamment de leur âge et de leur santé.

Summary of Contents for WaveCAST EIGHT

Page 1: ...WaveCAST EIGHT Multichannel Assistive Listening System WF T8 USER MANUAL MAN 248A ...

Page 2: ... Connection 7 System Settings 7 Network Configuration 8 Adjusting Network Settings 8 Audio Settings 8 Audio Input Source 8 Audio Input Gain 8 Audio Presets 8 Server Description 9 Channel Description 9 Restore Defaults 9 Web Control Interface 9 Login Page 9 Changing Channels 10 Main Settings Page 10 Options Page 11 Server Settings Page 12 Upload Image 13 Administration Page 13 Manual Controls and F...

Page 3: ...r Hearing Impaired Listeners 17 Connecting to other Devices 17 WaveCAST App 18 Connect to Wi Fi Network 18 Connecting the App to the Channel 18 Listening via the App 18 Note on Wi Fi Assist Smart Network Switching 18 Troubleshooting 19 Ethernet Light Troubleshooting 19 Website problems 19 Audio problems 19 Reception or App difficulties 19 Device is not working over the hardwired Ethernet network 2...

Page 4: ...quid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through the openings Do not use this appliance near water or expose it to liquids 12 Servicing The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel Precautions 1 Power WAR...

Page 5: ... WaveCAST EIGHT units for expansion up to 32 channels The WaveCAST EIGHT is designed for pro audio applications where high quality sound is required for streaming multi channel audio in real time to smartphones and or tablets It is built on a hardware based DSP audio system architecture allowing system optimization to achieve the highest quality experience for the particular audio stream being del...

Page 6: ... in the IP address that is shown on the front of the transmitter s main info screen and push the enter key on the keyboard Note it is not necessary to type http or www preceding the IP address just the characters following IP including the periods 9 The browser will open the transmitter s web page displaying a Login button Click the log in button and enter the user name admin and the default passw...

Page 7: ... streaming to a small or medium sized audience a basic networking configuration may suffice When streaming music using multiple channels such as having several WaveCAST EIGHT units on your network a powerful router and network configuration is more likely to be required The WaveCAST Networking Guide is available on the Williams AV website for additional networking tips and applies to all Williams ...

Page 8: ...0 When you determine this address remember or write it down You will need it for a later step 2 Set the Static IP Address for the WaveCAST EIGHT via the web interface of the WaveCAST EIGHT see Server Settings Page on page 12 a Enter the IP Address you determined earlier When entering saving the new address the WaveCAST EIGHT will automatically change its IP Address Mode to STATIC b Network setting...

Page 9: ...g defaults from the web page will reset all settings except Network connectivity settings IP Address Subnet Mask IP Address Mode and Web Password This maintains connectivity between the Web Page and the WaveCAST EIGHT after the WaveCAST EIGHT reboots In the web interface this feature is under the Admin menu Web Control Interface The WaveCAST EIGHT provides a web interface to manage the device sett...

Page 10: ...tional purposes only and does not set any settings Note Network speed can affect the audio monitor updating and web page performance The transmitter information displays which device is being edited If needed the description can be adjusted on the Options page Audio Input Gain adjusts the audio volume A slider is used to adjust the gain The audio input source selects the type of audio source that ...

Page 11: ...from displaying in the WaveCAST App Channels that are enabled will appear in the app even when not in use Secure Mode can be enabled or disabled and a 6 digit PIN number can be assigned If enabled users will need to use this PIN to log on to the audio stream Users attempting to listen to the stream without the PIN will be unable to do so A multicast address can be automatically assigned If a speci...

Page 12: ... IP address or subnet will not instantly take place The changed IP address or subnet will only take affect once the device is rebooted This can be done manually or from the Admin menu Note If the IP address or subnet of the device was changed and the device is being rebooted the website may not be available at the same URL location Take note of the network information before rebooting the device T...

Page 13: ...to its default value by restoring defaults via the front panel menu Limited Restore Defaults on the web interface will reset the devices settings that will not affect the website connectivity Using the limited restore defaults from the web interface will not reset the username or password For a full reset the reset will need to be performed via the front panel of the device See Restoring Defaults ...

Page 14: ...n needs to be adjusted Multiple WaveCAST EIGHT Units Up to 4 WaveCAST systems including WaveCAST WaveCAST EIGHT FM and more can be used on the same Wi Fi network Multiple devices will work better on more powerful networks and routers The number of servers on the network is visible on the front panel of the WaveCAST EIGHT The number assigned to a specific server is also visible Main Info Screen On ...

Page 15: ...nfirmation prompts will appear before the settings are reset including one to press down to confirm the restoration Locking the Front Panel To lock or unlock the front panel hold both the left and right arrows for a few seconds while on the main menu A pop up will let you know the device is locked While locked a pop up message that the device is locked will appear Channel Menu On the main menu hig...

Page 16: ...CAST EIGHT 1 2 3 FEMALE XLR RED IN PHASE RED 2 CONDUCTOR WITH SHIELD BLACK SIGNAL BLACK TO WAVECAST EIGHT SHIELD NOT CONNECTED ON CABLE END 1 SHIELD 2 RED SIGNAL IN PHASE 3 BLACK SIGNAL PHOENIX STYLE CONNCTOR UNBALANCED AUDIO SHIELD Figure 5 Balanced line out XLR to Controller line input Phoenix style connector 1 2 3 FEMALE XLR RED IN PHASE RED 2 CONDUCTOR WITH SHIELD BLACK SIGNAL BLACK CONNECTED ...

Page 17: ... Summing Stereo to Mono L L R R shields Yes Not Used Improper and Proper Wiring Selecting an Audio Source Appropriate for Hearing Impaired Listeners The WaveCAST EIGHT transmits audio with excellent fidelity Therefore the audio source signal should be of the highest audio quality and not subject to a compressor limiter reverberation or other signal processing equipment While compressed audio is av...

Page 18: ...tart playing automatically The volume of the audio can be adjusted using the slider in the middle of the screen or the physical buttons on your device To mute the audio tap the speaker icon Tap it again to unmute the audio To switch channels tap the icon on the bottom of the screen to display the list of channels again Note on Wi Fi Assist Smart Network Switching The network connection the WaveCAS...

Page 19: ...urce To find out disconnect the audio cable If the noise disappears your noise problem is in the source Correct or repair your audio source Check for ground loops or noise on the input signal If you are still having trouble call your Authorized Williams AV dealer or representative If audio sounds clipped or is too loud try to turn down the gain for the channel These issues may be more noticable if...

Page 20: ...ter If you can get a reply from the router but not the WaveCAST EIGHT the problem is either in the wiring between the router and WaveCAST EIGHT or the WaveCAST EIGHT itself could be malfunctioning 4 Check all of the wiring between the computer and the WaveCAST EIGHT Make sure every device in the signal path is plugged in connected and powered on Unplug and plug back in firmly all Ethernet cables i...

Page 21: ...verify the change on the front display of the WaveCAST EIGHT you are now connected to and controlling the WaveCAST EIGHT 8 Try re booting in this order 1 the router 2 the computer 3 the WaveCAST EIGHT turn it off for 10 seconds then turn it back on Wait at least two full minutes for the WaveCAST EIGHT to re establish itself on the network Then try testing the connection again 4 If you can make cha...

Page 22: ... or modified by anyone other than a factory authorized service technician Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear on the product or any other physical damage unless the damage was the result of a manufacturing defect Williams AV is not liable for consequential damages due to any failure of equipment to perform as intended Williams AV shall bear no responsibility or obligation with respect to ...

Page 23: ...erence and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Caution Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment SAR Requirement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled enviro...

Page 24: ...gin designed to assure the safety of all persons regardless of age and health Ce produit est conforme aux directives nationales ou internationales sur l exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques directives SAR en vigueur lorsqu il est utilisé normalement contre la tête ou porté ou porté à une distance de 0 5 cm du corps La directive SAR inclut une marge de sécurité considérable conçue pour assure...

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Page 26: ...info williamsav com www williamsav com 800 843 3544 INTL 1 952 943 2252 MAN 248A 2019 Williams AV LLC ...

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