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Configuring the SDC 8200 system

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Configuring the SDC 8200 system

After having connected all system components, you have to configure your conference and interpretation system via the central unit’s operating menu.

Introduction to the central unit’s operating menu

Via the central unit’s operating menu, the SDC 8200 conference and inter- pretation system can be configured for any room, any number of partici- pants and any conference use.

Note!

General information on how to use the central unit’s operating menu is given in the section “Working with the central unit’s operating menu” on page 42.

The start display

After turning on the central unit, the start display appears, showing:

ythe current volume setting for the consoles’ built-in loudspeakers

yto which of the ports “P1“ to “P6“ of the central unit a cable string with consoles is connected

: means: A cable string is connected to this port.

: means: No cable string is connected to this port (see section “Making a system diagnosis” on page 109).

To get from the start display into the central unit’s operating menu:

Press the ENTER key.

The “Conference” main menu appears on the display.

The six main menus

The central unit’s operating menu consists of six main menus:

yVia the “Conference” menu, you can configure the conference system and the conference consoles.

yVia the “Interpretation” menu, you can configure the interpretation system and the interpreter consoles.

yVia the “Aux-In/Out” menu, you can choose the audio settings for the AUX inputs and outputs.

yVia the “System” menu, you can make a system diagnosis as well as activate and configure optional components for monitoring and control- ling the system.

yVia the “* Language” menu, you can choose the language of the operat- ing menu.

yVia the “License” menu, you can display the serial number of the cen- tral unit, display the current license code and enter a new license code.

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Contents

SDC Thank you for choosing Sennheiser Contents Interconnecting several central units in master/slave mode 100 Important safety instructions Important safety information Disconnection from the mainsOverload Objects and liquids Maintenance and care Replacement partsSafety check SDC 8200 the digital conference and interpretation system Overview of the components SDC 8200 system Conference consoles Interpreter consoles Central unitsSDC 8200 CU central unit System cables Software controlSDC 8200 CU-M central unit SDC 8200 AO analog output unit Display of voting results as diagrams Technology used All consoles feature Components of the SDC 8200 system in detailConsoles Interpreter console features SDC 8200 D conference unit SDC 8200 C chairman unit SDC 8200 DC conference unit SDC 8200 CC chairman unit SDC 8200 DV conference unit Vote LED SDC 8200 CV chairman unit SDC 8200 ID interpreter console Autofloor LED SDC 8200 CU central unit SDC 8200 CU-M central unit SDC 8200 AO analog output unit optional System cables Operating the components of the SDC 8200 system Turning the conference and interpretation system on/offTurning on the central unit for the first time Operating the delegate units Turning interconnected SDC 8200 CU central units on/offTaking the floor / Making a request to speak Direct Access mode Group 3 mode With request mode With Req. No clear mode Turning off the microphone / Cancelling a request to speak Hearing damage due to high volumes Selecting an interpretation channel VotingVote 1 Using the chip card slot of a conference console Operating the VIP units Operating the chairman unit Turning all active conference consoles off priorityStarting a voting session Assigning a participant the speaking right Operating the interpreter consoles This system is capable of producing sound pressure Configuring the B-channel of an interpreter console Using the interpreter console Switching between the A-channel and the B-channel Adjusting the volume of the consoles’ built-in loudspeakers Operating the central unitMuting the microphone of the interpreter console Restarting the conference and interpretation system F1, F2 and F3 function keys Menu operating controlsOperating Menu Control Level Working with the central unit’s operating menu Operating the components of the SDC 8200 system Interconnecting the conference/interpreter consoles Connecting cable strings to a central unitInterconnecting up to twelve SDC 8200 CU central units Structuring the SDC 8200 system Expansion stage 1 one central unit with up to 20 consoles =10 m RS 232 = 10 m Determining maximum cable lengths Structuring an interpretation systemCalculating the voltage drop on the system cables Selectable modes between or within interpreter booths Mode between booths MixedMode between booths Override Mode between booths Toggle Override Mode in booths Mixed Mode in booths Toggle OverrideAuto-floor function Example AUTO-FLOOR Using external equipment Connecting external audio sourcesUsing the audio outputs of the central unit Setting up the SDC 8200 system Preparing the SDC 8200 system components for set upConference and interpreter consoles Central unit Setting up the SDC 8200 system Interconnecting the SDC 8200 system components Interconnecting the consolesConnecting a cable string to the central unit Activating the master/slave mode Exiting the slave mode of a central unit Connecting additional equipment Setting up remote conferences Connecting PA systems, recording units, etc Pin assignment of the 15-pole sub-D socket AUX OUT Load Connecting a PC to the central unit Configuring the SDC 8200 system Introduction to the central unit’s operating menuStart display Six main menus Exit Enter Submenus Menu part 1 Conference menu part 2 Submenus Menu part 3 Submenus of the Conference menu part 4 Submenus of the Conference Manual Init Submenus of the Conference menu part 6 Submenus of the Conference menu part Interpretation MenuPart 1of Submenus of the Interpretation menu part 2 Submenus of the Interpretation menu part 3 Submenus of the Interpretation menu part 4 Interpretation menu part Submenus of the Aux-In/Out menu part 1 Submenus of the Aux-In/Out menu part 2 Submenus of the Aux-In/Out menu part 3 Submenus of the Aux-In/Out menu part 4 Submenus of the Aux-In/Out menu part 5 Aux-In/Out Menu part 6 Submenus of the Aux-In/Out menu part 7 Submenus of the Aux-In/Out menu part 8 Submenus of the System menu Part 1 Submenus of the System menu part 2 Language and the License menu part 1 Setting the volume of the consoles’ built-in loudspeak- ers Configuring the conference systemAutomatically initializing all conference consoles Manually initializing all conference consoles Text Mic. Number = 00 is shown on the display Reserving a microphone number Selecting a conference mode Setting the speaker limit Adjusting the audio settings for the consoles’ microphones Configuring additional chairman units Chairmen Deleting the list of chairman units Chairmen Configuring additional VIP units VIP Resetting the conference system ResetDeleting the list of VIP units VIP Testing the consoles’ built-in loudspeakers Testing the consoles’ microphones Configuring the interpretation system Configuring the display of the voting optionsWorking with the interpreter configuration Creating a new interpreter configuration Modifying the currently active interpreter configuration Loading a previously saved interpreter configuration Setting the max. number of interpreter booths/languages Setting the max. number of interpreter consoles per boothConfiguring the operating mode between booths Options Configuring the operating mode within a booth Configuring the language options for the interpreter booths Configuring the main target language A-channel of a booth Configuring the second target language B-channel of a booth Enabling the auto-relay interpretation function Auto-floor 100 101 Adding interpreter consoles to an existing configuration 102 Resetting the interpretation system 103Choosing the audio inputs and outputs Adjusting the volume of the audio outputs 104 105 Assigning a channel to an audio output 106 Turning on/off the audio inputs or outputs Configuring the audio outputs for remote conferencing Adjusting the input level of an audio inputAdjusting the input sensitivity of an audio input 107 108 Making a system diagnosis 109Displaying the current port status Configuring connected additional components 110Checking the communication within a cable string Turning on/off a camera control Configuring an ambient sound console 111 Software, language and license 112Choosing the language of the central unit’s operating menu Displaying the central unit’s serial number 113 If problems occur 114Central unit does not work Console does not work Accessories 115 Specifications Features of the central units116 117 118 AUX OUT SDC 8200 AO analog output unit RJ 45 cable119 Syntax of the commands Appendix a Camera control protocol120 Commands 121Notation of the general syntax Appendix B Control panel protocol 122 123 1X06060606 Appendix C Repeater for the SDC 8200 system 124 Warranty regulations Manufacturer declarationsCE Declaration of Conformity FCC Rules 126