Overview of the software | Sennheiser ADN specification

Using the “Conference Manager” software

Getting to know and adjusting the basic features of the software

Overview of the software

The main application window of the “Conference Manager” software consists of permanently visible elements and on views that depend on the operating mode.

The following diagram shows the Windows version of the “Conference Manager” software:

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aMenu bar

bButtons for selecting the views

cToolbar

dLibrary panels

eButtons for selecting the operating mode

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Sennheiser ADN instruction manual Overview of the software

Contents

Audio Contents 105 104106 108 Important safety instructions Important safety instructions Hazard warnings on the rear of the central unit Safety checkOverloading Intended use Sennheiser ADN conference system Sennheiser ADN conference system Central unit Cat. No Available system components scope of deliveryMains cable for central unit System cable Overview of the components Overview of the components ADN D1 delegate unit ADN C1 chairman unit Hazard warnings Type plate ADN CU1 central unit Overview of the ADN CU1 display panel Direct Access, Override, RequestText/icon Possible display/function SDC CBL RJ-45 system cables Conference Manager software Structuring and controlling the conference system Structuring and controlling the conference systemStructuring the conference system Voltage supply = 52.8 Configuring and controlling the conference system Configuring the conferenceFunction Operating menu Conference Manager software Putting the conference system into operation Preparing the central unit for useRack mount ears Preparing the conference units for use Connecting the central unit to the mains Setting up the conference system Installing the cable holderConnecting the conference units to the central unit Cable On the central unit Preparing to use the Conference Manager softwareDevice Requirements Keyboard layouts on Switching the conference system on/off Deactivating the lock mode of the central unit Using the central unitFunctions of the keys Action Functions Configuring the conference system via the central unit Configuring the conference system via the central unitOverview of the operating menu Display Function of the menu item Option/display Diagnostics Loudspeakers Volume FloorTemperature Reset Break Working with the operating menu Canceling an entry Adjusting the conference settings ConferenceAdjusting the conference mode Conference Mode Direct Access mode and Override mode Situation Behavior Direct Access modeEvent Behavior Setting the speaking time limit- Talk Time Limit Possible settings On and OffSetting the advance warning time Premonition Time Limit Adjustment range 00 .. , adjustable in steps of 10 seconds Speaking time limit Premonition Time Limit CancelAdvance warning time Effect Behavior Continue Setting the function of the priority key Setting Behavior of the signal light ringOff Re-initializing the conference units Re-Init Submenu Menu item Function Adjusting the audio settings Audio Floor/Loudspeakers Volume Adjusting settings for the floor channel Floor/LoudspeakersMenu item Function Floor/Loudspeakers Equalizer Linear Division setting Behavior DB per Mic ... -3.0 dB per Mic setting Icon Meaning Checking the system and detecting problems System Error System Load Temperature Bus StatisticsDisplay Remedy Icons appear Wrong cabling the microphone LED Signal light ring Error and Short-circuit caused byStructural change icon M Are displayed Display Meaning and causes System analysis Diagnostics submenu Displaying the temperature status Temperature You can manually reset the error counter Break Counter see Adjusting the language Language Adjusting further settings Settings Adjusting network settings Network submenuAdjusting the contrast of the display panel Contrast Activating the lock mode Lock Running a conference Running a conferenceMatically granted speaking privileges Deactivating the microphone/Cancelling a request to speak Signal light ring Light up red. LoudspeakerOperating a delegate unit Taking the floor/Making a request to speak Connecting headphones Setting the headphone volumeOperating a chairman unit Granting speaking privileges Setting the volume of the conference units’ built-in LoudspeakersMuting all delegate units temporarily priority function Using the Conference Manager software Preparing the central unit’s integrated software for use Connecting and configuring the screen, mouse, and keyboardPreparing the Windows version of the software for use System requirements Installing the Conference Manager software Windows XP Windows Vista Tions window appearsWindow appears This connection uses Double-click Local Area Connec TionInternet Protocol Version 4 TCP Windows PC is assigned a dynamic IP address in the network Windows XP Settings to be adjusted via the central unit seeWindows Windows PC is assigned a static IP address in the network Starting/exiting the software Central unit’s integrated softwareWindows version of the software Overview of the software Menu Submenu Function Menu bar a Button Function Selecting operating modes and views Views of the software depending on the operating mode Highlighted in blue Selecting Click the Setup buttonPage Using the Conference Manager software Windows software Menu bar, click Edit Full Screen Settings can be adjusted Using a passwordSet Password window appears To enter a new password Adjusting network settings Loading the factory default settingsSelect the Obtain an IP Address automatically option button Connecting the software to the central unit Using the conference system and the software Eliminating connection problems Disconnecting the connection to the central unitCreating a new configuration Loading a configuration Actions Saving a configuration To save a newly created configuration on the central unitSelect the Save Conference Document on CU option button Select the Save as Local Conference Document option button Closing a configuration Deleting a configuration from the central unit Using the Conference Manager software Page Page Creating and positioning a Freeform pathClick Add Multiple Rotating objects Moving graphic objects Defining the fill color Please note when defining fill, line and border attributesClick Add to Custom Colors Color is added to the list of standard colors Changing the font size Changing the font typePage Button Objects are aligned to Automatically aligning objects Moving objects forwards/backwards Undoing/redoing actions Click the Room View buttonPage Changing the size of the canvas Click the Room View button They cannot be edited Click the Room View button Locking objects and library panels Name Double-click a delegate nameChange the name Add Delegate window closes Delegates Lists folder Initializing the conference units Setup operating modeImport Participant Data window appears Overview of the conference unit icons Conference units Conference units see next sectionChairman unit icon and drag it on the canvas see On the icon Conference unit go Setting Orientation/visibility Adjusting the conference mode Adjusting the conference settings Setup operating mode Check box Behavior Check box Behavior when a request to speak is made All Micros OFF button Check box Function of the All Micros OFF buttonSpeak list if available Adjusting the audio settings Menu, you have to deactivate the lock mode seeOperating menu CU Lock Status Channel is reduced by the adjusted value Audio signal of another conference unit is fed to the floorTry out the different settings by activating the maximum Volume level of the floor channel is automatically reduced Controlling and monitoring a conference Live operating mode Page Element Function/Meaning Monitoring a conference Icon Function/Meaning Controlling a conference Bar graph Meaning Micro Activating/deactivating the audio input/output Adjusting settings during a running conferenceAudio input/output Activated Deactivated Audio input OUT audio output Using the log and diagnosis function Event Log Exiting the Live operating modeMade see Column Meaning/Function Cleaning and maintaining the conference system Cleaning and maintaining the conference system Updating the firmware of the conference system Updating the firmware of the conference system If a problem occurs Problem Possible cause Possible solutionConference system Conference Manager software Problem Possible cause Possible solution See Accessories Accessories Specifications SpecificationsADN D1 and ADN C1 conference units Loudspeaker XLR OUT ADN CU1 mounting dimensions Factory default settings Menu item/description Factory default settingsAppendix Keyboard layouts 113 Microsoft Software License Terms 114 115 Manufacturer Declarations WarrantyCompliance with the following requirements CE Declaration of Conformity Index Index 120 System analysis Microphone activating 45 deactivating Microphone Limit 27 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. 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