Using the conference system and the software

Using the “Conference Manager” software

Using the conference system and the software

Connecting the software to the central unit

To connect the “Conference Manager” software to the central unit:

Start the software (see page 55). The “Open” window appears.

Click “Connect”. Or:

In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Connect ...”.

The “Connect to CU” window appears, showing a list of available central units.

Select the desired central unit.

• The “Connect” button is also available in other program windows. Its function is always to connect the “Conference Manager” software to the central unit.

•The Windows version of the software allows you to select different central units in the network. The central unit’s integrated software can only be connected to its own central unit.

Click “OK”.

The software is connected to the selected central unit. The “Device Connected”

icon appears on the toolbar.

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Contents

Audio Contents 108 104105 106 Important safety instructions Important safety instructions Intended use Safety checkHazard warnings on the rear of the central unit Overloading Sennheiser ADN conference system Sennheiser ADN conference system System cable Available system components scope of deliveryCentral unit Cat. No Mains cable for central unit Overview of the components Overview of the components ADN D1 delegate unit ADN C1 chairman unit Hazard warnings Type plate ADN CU1 central unit Possible display/function Direct Access, Override, RequestOverview of the ADN CU1 display panel Text/icon SDC CBL RJ-45 system cables Conference Manager software Voltage supply = 52.8 Structuring and controlling the conference systemStructuring and controlling the conference system Structuring the conference system Configuring the conference Configuring and controlling the conference systemFunction Operating menu Conference Manager software Preparing the central unit for use Putting the conference system into operationRack mount ears Preparing the conference units for use Connecting the central unit to the mains Installing the cable holder Setting up the conference systemConnecting the conference units to the central unit Cable Keyboard layouts on Preparing to use the Conference Manager softwareOn the central unit Device Requirements Switching the conference system on/off Action Functions Using the central unitDeactivating the lock mode of the central unit Functions of the keys 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 Reset Break Loudspeakers Volume FloorDiagnostics Temperature Working with the operating menu Direct Access mode and Override mode Adjusting the conference settings ConferenceCanceling an entry Adjusting the conference mode Conference Mode Behavior Behavior Direct Access modeSituation Event Adjustment range 00 .. , adjustable in steps of 10 seconds Possible settings On and OffSetting the speaking time limit- Talk Time Limit Setting the advance warning time Premonition Time Limit Behavior Continue CancelSpeaking time limit Premonition Time Limit Advance warning time Effect Re-initializing the conference units Re-Init Setting Behavior of the signal light ringSetting the function of the priority key Off Submenu Menu item Function Adjusting the audio settings Audio Floor/Loudspeakers Equalizer Adjusting settings for the floor channel Floor/LoudspeakersFloor/Loudspeakers Volume Menu item Function Linear Division setting Behavior DB per Mic ... -3.0 dB per Mic setting Icon Meaning Checking the system and detecting problems System Remedy System Load Temperature Bus StatisticsError Display Icons appear Are displayed Error and Short-circuit caused byWrong cabling the microphone LED Signal light ring Structural change icon M 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 network settings Network submenu Adjusting further settings SettingsAdjusting the contrast of the display panel Contrast Activating the lock mode Lock Running a conference Running a conferenceMatically granted speaking privileges Taking the floor/Making a request to speak Signal light ring Light up red. LoudspeakerDeactivating the microphone/Cancelling a request to speak Operating a delegate unit Setting the headphone volume Connecting headphonesOperating a chairman unit Granting speaking privileges Loudspeakers Setting the volume of the conference units’ built-inMuting all delegate units temporarily priority function Using the Conference Manager software System requirements Connecting and configuring the screen, mouse, and keyboardPreparing the central unit’s integrated software for use Preparing the Windows version of the software for use Installing the Conference Manager software Tions window appears Windows XP Windows VistaWindow appears Windows PC is assigned a dynamic IP address in the network Double-click Local Area Connec TionThis connection uses Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP Windows PC is assigned a static IP address in the network Settings to be adjusted via the central unit seeWindows XP Windows Central unit’s integrated software Starting/exiting the 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 To enter a new password Using a passwordSettings can be adjusted Set Password window appears Loading the factory default settings Adjusting network settingsSelect the Obtain an IP Address automatically option button Connecting the software to the central unit Using the conference system and the software Disconnecting the connection to the central unit Eliminating connection problemsCreating a new configuration Loading a configuration Actions To save a newly created configuration on the central unit Saving a configurationSelect 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 Freeform path Creating and positioning aClick Add Multiple Rotating objects Moving graphic objects Color is added to the list of standard colors Please note when defining fill, line and border attributesDefining the fill color Click Add to Custom 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 Add Delegate window closes Double-click a delegate nameName Change the name Overview of the conference unit icons Initializing the conference units Setup operating modeDelegates Lists folder Import Participant Data window appears On the icon Conference units see next sectionConference units Chairman unit icon and drag it on the canvas see 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 Check box Function of the All Micros OFF button All Micros OFF buttonSpeak list if available CU Lock Status Menu, you have to deactivate the lock mode seeAdjusting the audio settings Operating menu Volume level of the floor channel is automatically reduced Audio signal of another conference unit is fed to the floorChannel is reduced by the adjusted value Try out the different settings by activating the maximum 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 Audio input OUT audio output Adjusting settings during a running conferenceActivating/deactivating the audio input/output Audio input/output Activated Deactivated Exiting the Live operating mode Using the log and diagnosis function Event LogMade 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 Problem Possible cause Possible solution If a problem occursConference system Conference Manager software Problem Possible cause Possible solution See Accessories Accessories Loudspeaker SpecificationsSpecifications ADN D1 and ADN C1 conference units XLR OUT Menu item/description Factory default settings ADN CU1 mounting dimensions Factory default settingsAppendix Keyboard layouts 113 Microsoft Software License Terms 114 115 CE Declaration of Conformity WarrantyManufacturer Declarations Compliance with the following requirements Index Index 120 System analysis Microphone activating 45 deactivating Microphone Limit 27 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. 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