Taiden HCS-5100 Installation And Operating Manual - Contents

Manual is about: Digital Infrared Language Distribution System

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    Hcs-5100 digital infrared language distribution system installation and operating manual v 1.10 simultaneous interpretation system.

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    I remark: all rights reserved for translation, reprint or reproduction contents may change without prior announcement all technical specifications are guideline data and no guaranteed features we are not responsible for any damage caused by improper use of this manual the equipment must be connected...

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    Ii important safety instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. 6. The m...

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    Iii important safety instructions the lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol, with an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to p...

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    Iv contents chapter 1. Introduction...............................................................................................................1 1.1 summary ......................................................................................................................................... 1 ...

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    V 2.6.15 floor input sen. Setting .....................................................................................................................................25 2.6.16 ir audio in gain setting .....................................................................................................

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    Vi 7.3 radiators and accessories ............................................................................................................ 50 7.3.1 radiators (hcs-5100t) ..................................................................................................................................

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    Vii installation & user guide about this manual this manual is a comprehensive guide to the installation and operation of taiden hcs-5100 digital infrared language distribution system. It includes the detailed description of the functions and interfaces of the hcs-5100 system components, system conn...

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    Viii installation & user guide this manual is applicable to: digital infrared transmitter hcs-5100ma/fs/04n/08n 4, 8 chs digital infrared transmitter (compatible with hcs-4385u/50 or hcs-4100m/hcs-8300m, single-mode optical fiber interface) hcs-5100ma/04n/08n 4, 8 chs digital infrared transmitter (c...

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    1 chapter 1. Introduction 1.1 summary hcs-5100 series is a system for digital infrared language distribution. It uses digital infrared audio transmitting and control technique diratc as well as a special digital infrared chip, both taiden's intellectual property. Hcs-5100 can be used in simultaneous...

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    2 the system is composed of one or more of the following: digital infrared transmitter hcs-5100ma/fs/04n/08n 4, 8 chs digital infrared transmitter (compatible with hcs-4385u/50 or hcs-4100m/hcs-8300m, single-mode optical fiber interface) hcs-5100ma/04n/08n 4, 8 chs digital infrared transmitter (comp...

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    3 1.2 system technology 1.2.1 basic system concept the basic system concept is shown in figure 1.2. The system consists of a number (n) of audio sources, either analog or digital, which are connected to a transmitter. The transmitter processes the audio signals into an electrical output to feed the ...

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    4 1.2.4 audio quality modes hcs-5100 can transmit audio in four different quality modes: mono, standard quality, maximum 32 channels mono, perfect quality, maximum 16 channels stereo, standard quality, maximum 16 channels stereo, perfect quality, maximum 8 channels the standard quality mode uses les...

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    5 1.3 aspects of infrared distribution a good digital infrared language distribution system ensures that all delegates in a conference venue receive the distributed signals without disturbance. This is achieved by using a sufficient number of well positioned radiators, in such a way that uniform ir ...

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    6 1.3.4 the footprint of the radiator the number of transmitted carriers and the output power of the radiator determine the coverage area of a radiator. The total radiation energy of a radiator is distributed over transmitted carriers. The coverage area becomes proportionally smaller if more carrier...

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    7 if the path of the infrared signals is blocked, e.G. Under balconies, at least one additional radiator is needed to cover the ‘shaded’ area (see figure 1.13). Figure 1.13 radiator for covering seats beneath a balcony 1.3.6 overlapped footprints and multipath effects if footprints of two radiators ...

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    8 chapter 2. Digital infrared transmitter 2.1 overview the hcs-5100m transmitter is the heart of the hcs-5100 system. Up to 32 unbalanced audio signals can be accepted (under combination mode) via digital/analog audio signal input connectors. It can be connected to hcs-8300 or hcs-4100/50 congress m...

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    9 2.2 functions and indications front of hcs-5100m/n rear of hcs-hcs-5100ma/fs/n rear of hcs-5100ma/n rear of hcs-5100mc/n figure 2.1 hcs-5100m/n digital infrared transmitter.

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    10 š front: 1. Power switch with indicator (red) when the switch is off, it does not completely disconnect the unit from mains 2. “menu” button a. Under current state, press the “menu” button go to main menu; b. Under main menu, press the “menu” go to sub menu; c. Select/deselect in network configur...

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    11 2.3 installation the transmitter can be fixed in a standard 19-inch cabinet. The transmitter is equipped with a pair of fixing brackets ①. First unscrew the lateral screws ② from the housing. Then fasten the brackets with these screws and put the cmu in the cabinet. Finally fix the four holes ③ u...

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    12 2.4 connection typical system connection includes: to another transmitter to external audio sources to emergency signal switch to hcs-4385u/50 interpreter unit to hcs-8300 paperless multi-media congress system or hcs-4100/50 fully digital congress system 2.4.1 to another transmitter bypass (maste...

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    13 2.4.2 to external audio sources hcs-5100m/n transmitter has up to 16 audio inputs (depends on transmitter type) for connecting to external unbalanced audio sources (such as other brand conference systems) or for music distribution. Figure 2.7 transmitter connected to external audio sources 2.4.3 ...

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    14 figure 2.10 hcs-5100ma(/fs)/n transmitter connecting to hcs-8300m congress main unit figure 2.11 hcs-5100mc/n transmitter connecting to hcs-8300m congress main unit through hcs-8300mo.

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    15 2.5 menu structure 2.5.1 transmitter menu structure (work mode: master-analog) figure 2.12a transmitter menu structure (work mode: master-analog).

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    16 2.5.2 transmitter menu structure (work mode: master- interp. U) figure 2.12b transmitter menu structure (work mode: master- interp. U).

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    17 2.5.3 transmitter menu structure (work mode: master- central u) figure 2.12c transmitter menu structure (work mode: master- central u) 2.5.4 transmitter menu structure (work mode: slave, bypass) figure 2.12d transmitter menu structure (work mode: slave, bypass).

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    18 2.6 configuration and operation via an interactive menu on the lcd and 4 operation buttons. A) starting initialization: switch on the hcs-5100m/n transmitter. The current status of the transmitter will be displayed on the lcd: if the status is “master” mode (n) or (c), basses different types of t...

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    19 →“alarm setting” →“about” in “master - interp. U” mode: →“work mode” →“simultaneous interpretation” →“floor input sen. Setting” →“ir audio in gain setting” →“si channel parameters setting” →“floor distribution setting” →“floor drc limit setting” →“sampling rate setting” →“front panel radiator set...

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    20 2.6.2 carrier(s) setting setting up → “set up status” → “channel number” → “frequency point” → “audio setting” 1) enable/disable current carrier a) use the “ / ” button to enable or disable the current carrier; b) use the “menu” button to save; if “enabled”: • press the “menu” button to setup the...

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    21 “all”: use the “ / ” button to adjust input sensitivity for all channels. Range from –12 dbv - +12 dbv. “per input”: a) use the “menu” button to switch channel number b) use the “ / ” button to adjust the input sensitivity for each channel. Range from –12 dbv - +12 dbv. 2.6.5 auxiliary input sett...

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    22 a) press the " / " button to select the lcd display language; b) press the "menu" button to save and return to upper level menu. 2.6.8 network setting “network” includes three submenus: →“ip address” →“subnet mask” →“gateway” 1) setting up unique “ip address” for the transmitter: • use the “ / ” ...

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    23 2.6.12 parameters backup/restore system parameters can be backed up or restored through the panel usb port. Make sure that the usb disk is properly connected, otherwise it will prompt “please insert the usb disk.” a). Press the “ / ” button to select “backup” or “restore”; if “backup” is selected...

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    24 number of interpretation booths, use the “menu” button to go to step d). D). Set interlock mode between booths select interlock mode between booths, includes: "override" "override-bc" "interlock" 1). Use the “ / ” button to switch between two interlock modes; “override” mode enables an interprete...

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    25 2.6.15 floor input sen. Setting a).Use the “ / ” button to adjust the floor input sensitivity (press and hold the " / " button will adjust numeric value quickly), range from –6 dbv - +18 dbv; b).Press the "menu" button to save and return to the upper level menu. 2.6.16 ir audio in gain setting a)...

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    26 2.6.21 time setting setup system clock. A).Press the "menu" button to go to "year", "month", "day", "hour", "minute" in turn; b).Press the " / " button to set time (press and hold the " / " button will adjust the numeric value quickly); c).Press the "menu" button to save and return to the upper l...

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    27 2.7 monitor for testing the transmitter, the front panel has a monitoring facility including a monitor channel selector, a monitor earphone jack and a monitor volume control knob (please refer to figure 2.1). The monitor channel will only work if the transmitter is working. Plug the earphone into...

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    28 chapter 3. Digital infrared radiator 3.1 overview this unit accepts carrier signals generated by the transmitter and emits infrared radiation, carrying up to 32 audio distribution channels. Radiators are connected to the hf (bnc) connectors of the ir transmitter. A maximum of 30 radiators, daisy ...

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    29 3.2 functions and indications figure 3.1 radiator (front) figure 3.1: 1. Power indicator 2. Temperature protection indicator 3. Input signal indicator 4. Fault indicator 5. Infrared emission area 5100t/s series radiator hcs-5100t/35b radiator figure 3.2 radiator (rear) figure 3.2: 1. Output power...

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    30 5100t/s series radiator hcs-5100t/35b radiator figure 3.3 radiator (side face) figure 3.3: 1. Delay compensation indicator 2. Delay compensation switch (-/+) 3. Output power switch.

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    31 3.3 position planning for position planning, please read section 1.3 to understand and consider every aspect of infrared distribution. 3.3.1 rectangular footprints the determination of the optimal number of infra-red radiators needed to have complete coverage of a conference venue can only be don...

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    32 3.3.3 cabling signal delay differences can occur because of the differences in the cable length from the transmitter to each radiator. In order to avoid the risk of black spots (see section 1.3.6), use equal cable length from transmitter to radiator if possible (see figure 3.7). Figure 3.7 radiat...

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    33 hcs-5100tbzj bracket (optional) 3.4 mounting the radiator can be permanently installed onto the wall, under a ceiling or a balcony by bracket. The mounting angle can be adjusted for optimal coverage through angle adjust handle. A separate bracket (hcs-5100tbzj) is optional for wall mounting and a...

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    34 infrared radiator installing on a soft wall (such as plaster): 1. Reinforce the wall on both sides with a wood plate (about 500*500*10mm); 2. Drill holes into the wood plates and the wall according to the position of the fixing holes on the bracket; 3. Fix the wood plates on both sides of the wal...

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    35 3.5 connecting to transmitter there are six functionally identical hf signal output interfaces on the transmitter. Each one can connect up to 30 radiators by daisy chain. The radiators are connected with rg-59 cables. The maximum cable length per output is 300 m. Automatic cable termination is ac...

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    36 3.7 setting the radiator delay switches as described in section 1.3.6, signals picked up by the receiver from two or more radiators can cause black spots due to delay differences. Signal delays reasons: cable signal delay, caused by the cable transporting the signal from the transmitter to the ra...

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    37 table 3.1 calculation of the cable signal delays radiator number total cable length l(m) cable length difference l max -l(m) cable signal delay per meter (ns/m) signal delay difference (ns) delay switch position 1 30+20=50* 50 - 50 = 0 5.0 0*5.0 = 0 0/25 = 0 2 30 50 - 30 = 20 5.0 20*5.0 =100 100/...

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    38 figure 3.17 system with master and bypass transmitter in multi purpose room table 3.2 calculation of the master-bypass signal delay master-bypass transmitter cable length (m) cable signal delay per meter (ns/m) master-bypass signal delay (ns) 50 5.0 50*5.0=250 table 3.3 calculation of the delay s...

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    39 3.7.3 system with more than 4 carriers and a radiator under a balcony figure 3.18 radiation path length difference for two radiators figure 3.18 shows a radiation signal delay which needs to be compensated. For a system with more than four carriers, add one delay switch position per 8 meters diff...

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    40 chapter 4. Digital infrared receiver 4.1 overview hcs-5100r/ra is a series of digital infrared receivers, which can receive up to 32 language channels. Both rechargeable ni-hm battery and disposable battery can be used. The receiver is equipped with channel selector, volume control, power switch,...

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    41 4.2 functions and indications figure 4.1 hcs-5100r/ra receiver figure 4.1: 1. Infrared red filtering glass for receiving ir signal 2. Earphone jack Ø 3.5 mm jack for stereo monitor earphone 3. Lcd displays channel number, language, battery capacity, signal intensity and volume 4. Channel selector...

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    42 4.3 operation the receiver only works when an earphone is connected and the receiver switches to stand-by state. Push shortly on the power switch button to switch on the receiver. The channel number is shown on the lcd. The channel can be changed with the channel selector. The channel number is i...

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    43 4.4 testing the coverage area to make sure that the whole area is covered with adequate ir radiation and avoiding thus black spots, an extended reception quality test should be done. The test can be done in the follow way: testing during installation 1. Check that all radiators are connected and ...

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    44 4.5 earphones the earphones are connected to the conference units via a Ø 3.5 mm stereo jack. Suitable earphone types include: ep-820as single earphone ep-829 single earphone ep-829sw single earphone hcs-5100pa headphone ep-960bh headphone any other compatible type (see chapter 7, technical data)...

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    45 4.6 ni-mh rechargeable battery pack hcs-5100bat-16 ni-mh rechargeable battery pack.

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    46 chapter 5. Charging case and storage case 5.1 charging case 5.1.1 overview the charging case can charge up to 60 receivers at a time. It uses universal power supply with automatic voltage matching. There is a charging indicator on the receiver. The charging circuit will check if the battery pack ...

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    47 5.2 storage case hcs-5100ks storage case is used to store and to transport ir receivers (hcs-5100r/ra). It can contain 100 receivers in 1 storage case. Figure 5.2 hcs-5100ks storage case.

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    48 chapter 6. Fault diagnosis some simple trouble-shooting instructions are provided in this chapter. If more serious faults arise, please contact a qualified technician. Fault solution transmitter display does not light up confirm that transmitter power cord is connected correctly and the power is ...

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    49 chapter 7. Technical data 7.1 system specification system performance conforms to iec 60914, the international standard for conference systems conforms to iec 61603-7, the international standard for digital infra-red transmission of audio signals for conference and similar applications transmissi...

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    50 7.2 infrared transmitters physical characteristics mounting brackets for 19” rack mounting or fixing to a table top detachable feet for free-standing use on a table top dimensions (h×w×d) 430 × 325× 99 mm weight 7.5 kg color white electrical characteristics unbalanced audio inputs -12 to +12 dbv ...

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    51 7.4 receiver, earphones, battery pack, charging case and storage case 7.4.1 receiver (hcs-5100r/ra) physical characteristics dimensions (h×w×d) 155×46×24 mm weight 80 g (excl. Batteries/battery pack) 135 g (incl. Batteries/battery pack) color black electrical and optical characteristics ir irradi...

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    52 7.4.3 ni-mh rechargeable battery pack (hcs-5100bat-16) physical characteristics dimensions (h×w×d) 51×27×15 mm weight 50 g electrical characteristics voltage 2.4 v capacity 1600 mah 7.4.4 charging case (hcs-5100chg/60) physical characteristics dimensions (h×w×d) 610×405×260 mm weight 14.5 kg colo...

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    53 7.6 guaranteed rectangular footprints hcs-5100t/15s hcs-5100t/25s hcs-5100t/35s/35b n0. Of carriers mounting height h(m) mounting angle area a(m 2 ) length l(m) width w(m) offset x(m) area a(m 2 ) length l(m) width w(m) offset x(m) area a(m 2 ) length l(m) width w(m) offset x(m) 2.5 0 242 22 11 4...

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    54 7.7 display language list no. Chinese english abbr. No. Chinese english abbr. No. Chinese english abbr. 0 原声 floor flo 33 巴厘语 balinese ban 66 加利西亚语 galician glg 1 阿尔巴尼亚 albanian alb 34 孟加拉国语 bengali ben 67 古吉特语 gujarati guj 2 阿拉伯语 arabic ara35 缅甸语 myanmar mya 68 夏威夷语 hawaiian haw 3 保加利亚语 bulgaria...

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