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Installation and User Guide Vaddio™ EasyTalk™ USB Solution PC Group Audio Conferencing Tools Part Numbers: EasyUSB Mixer/Amp Mixer/Amp EasyTalk Sound Bar EasyTalk Ceiling Speakers (1-Pair Bose DS16F with tile support braces and plenum back cans) EasyMic MicPOD (for table top use) © 2012 Vaddio -
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EasyTalk USB Tools Inside Front Cover - Blank Vaddio EasyTalk USB Solution - Document Number 342-0449 Rev B Page 2 of 48
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Speakers of the LCD Display 21 Diagram: VC Bridge with PC-Based USB Conference ...22 Diagram: Recording or Streaming Application ...23 Step-by-Step Installation Instructions...24 Vaddio EasyTalk USB Solution - Document Number 342-0449 Rev B Page 3 of 48
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Soft Clients...36 Skype Example: ...36 Microsoft Lync Example ...37 A Note about Working with Unified Communications Soft Clients ...38 Customer Support Contact Information...38 Firmware Updates...39 For EasyUSB Mixer/Amp ...39 For EasyMic MicPODs ...39 Warranty Information:...40 Compliance and CE
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full range Bose DS16 ceiling speakers with tile support braces and plenum rated back cans - Sold operating the device, please read the entire manual thoroughly. The system was designed, built and . Important Safeguards: Read and understand all instructions before using. Do not operate any device
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Instructions: The information contained in this manual will help you install and operate your product. If these instructions are misplaced, Vaddio keeps copies of Specifications, Installation and User Guides One (1) Tile Support Brace  One (1) Ceiling Installation Instruction Set EasyTalk Sound Bar
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functionality (see appendix for pin-out) .Control port for use with Vaddio WEBBi or third party control systems (AMX and Crestron). This port supports Vaddio ASCII command protocol. It also includes an operational mode for direct connection to Vaddio PTZ cameras for preset execution with One-Touch
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an inbound call must be answered by the PC. 2) Hang-Up Button: Terminates a conference call when activated by the user. The UC software must support HID telephony functions for this to operate properly. Otherwise, the PC must terminate the call. 3) Mute Button: This button will mute all microphones
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EasyTalk USB Tools Diagram: Bottom View of EasyMic MicPOD ➊ ➋ ➌ 1) EasyMic Port: RJ-45 Connection port that is home ran to the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp via up to 100' (30.48m) of CAT-5 cable. 2) Cable Management: A channel with cable tabs is for routing CAT-5 cable from the mic while allowing the mic to
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Head with the internal processing board. Connectors are clearly marked. "From Mic" and "To EasyUSB Mixer/Amp" 5) Internal PCBA: The board that supports the mic element providing DSP Functions and Acoustic Echo Cancellation is located in the Ceiling Module. 6) EasyMic Port & Cable: A second RJ-45
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The EasyTalk Ceiling Speakers include two (2) Bose DS16F loudspeakers, two (2) tile support braces and two (2) plenum back boxes. The loudspeakers are intended for flush mount ; set to 8 ohms. See the provided Bose manual. Vaddio EasyTalk USB Solution - Document Number 342-0449 Rev B Page 11 of 48
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EasyTalk USB Tools Room Design & Applications  Room Considerations and Layout: o Room Acoustics The room's acoustical characteristics play an important part on the performance of the audio conference. Two key factors impacting speech intelligibility in conference room applications are reverberation
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EasyTalk USB Tools Diagram: Noise Criteria Table Typically the noise criterion needs to be within the 30-40 or below range for effective human perception. The noise contributions to the audio being sent to the far-end participants can be exaggerated by the microphone placement. The microphones are
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EasyTalk USB Tools Microphone Placement The closer the microphones are to the participants within a conference, the more natural and intelligible the voice will be to the far-end participants. For optimum audio performance, the microphone should be placed at no more than 50% of the critical distance
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for driving loudspeaker loads down to four ohms. This allows two 8 ohm loudspeakers to be paralleled out of each amplifier channel supporting a maximum of four (4) loudspeakers. Typical Table Installation Arrangements: The EasyMic Mic MicPODs can be arranged in a number of topologies to accommodate
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EasyTalk USB Tools Diagram: Small Conference Table System with one (1) EasyUSB Mixer/Amp, one (1) EasyMic MicPOD, one (1) EasyTalk Sound Bar and one (1) HD-USB PTZ Camera. HD-USB Camera Diagram: Large Conference Table System with one (1) EasyUSB Mixer/Amp two (2) EasyMic MicPODs, one (1) EasyTalk
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EasyTalk USB Tools Diagram: Large Conference Table with Ceiling Speakers System with one (1) EasyUSB Mixer/Amp two (2) EasyMic MicPODs and two (2) EasyTalk ceiling speakers (camera and monitor not shown) Diagram: Large Conference Table with Ceiling Speakers and Ceiling Mics System with one (1)
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EasyTalk USB Tools Diagram: Very Big Conference Table with Overflow Seating System with one (1) EasyUSB Mixer/Amp, two (2) EasyMic Ceiling MicPODs* four (4) EasyTalk Ceiling Speakers 2-Lines wired series) and a ClearVIEW HD-USB PTZ Camera *Note the distance requirement is still 4' between the
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can be used in a wide range of conferencing applications with the flexibility to work in both new and existing installations. The product supports plug-and-play installation with user selectable dip switches associated with audio mixing modes and advanced signal processing. The EasyUSB Mixer/Amp is
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EasyTalk USB Tools The next Diagram depicts a similar configuration but interfaces to an external audio amplifier instead of using the internal 2 x 20 watt amp within the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp. The EasyUSB Mixer/Amp will automatically configure the Acoustical Echo Cancellation functions within the
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EasyTalk USB Tools LCD Monitor Loudspeakers: This same connection scheme using the Line Output for the connection to the room's loudspeaker can be used if desire is for playback to originate from LCD displays using its internal loudspeakers. In this application, the user should avoid using LCD
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EasyTalk USB Tools Video Conference Bridge with PC-based USB Conference: The EasyUSB Mixer/Amp has the capabilities to bridge audio between the PC and a traditional video conferencing end point. This mode is selected by the back panel dip switches in conjunction with proper wiring of audio line
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EasyTalk USB Tools PC-based USB Conferencing with Analog Recording or Streaming: The EasyUSB Mixer/Amp includes an audio mixing mode for creating recordings or streaming the audio content of both the local and far-end participants. The recording mixing mode is selectable from the back panel dip
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EasyTalk USB Tools Step-by-Step Installation Instructions EasyUSB Mixer/Amp Installation: Locate the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp in a centralized location within the conference room within 6 feet of the PC (unless optional USB Extension
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EasyTalk USB Tools Optional Accessories - The EasyUSB Mixer/Amp has two optional accessory kits:  Rack Mounting Kit: The rack kit provides a method for the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp to be installed in a 1RU space within a rack. The Rack Kit includes two rack ears (one long and one short). The rack ears are
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the tile to get a clean cut. STEP 2: Install the included Tile Support Brace by aligning ceiling tile hole with openings on the bridge. There are through coupler. Adjust hanging length of Mic Array Head by placing service loop into strain relief clamp. Lock relief clamp once desired ceiling
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EasyTalk USB Tools EasyTalk Sound Bar Installation: STEP 1 (Table Installation): Attach included rubber feet approximately 2" from each end of the Sound Bar. STEP 1a (Wall Installation): Attach four rubber bumpers on the back side of the Sound Bar corners. Step 2: Connect speaker wire to the Left
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Ceiling Speaker Installation: A complete set of installation instructions are provided with the Bose DS16F ceiling speakers included template to cut hole in tile. Again safety comes first. STEP 2: Place Tile Support Brace in ceiling over the top of the open hole. STEP 3: Insert ceiling speaker in
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EasyTalk USB Tools System Configuration and Programming EasyUSB Mixer/Amp: The EasyUSB Mixer/Amp has an eight pin dip switch on the rear of the device for allowing installers to customize product for the desired conferencing application. Available configuration functions are listed in Table below.
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for audio signal routes required for proper operation of the acoustical echo cancellation functions within the EasyMic devices. All mixing modes will support PC-based audio conferencing. USB Conferencing Mixing Mode (Default): The USB Conferencing mixing mode is the default configuration and is
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(Up position) will disable echo cancellation on all EasyMic devices connected to the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp. This function is intended for troubleshooting or special applications. Special applications may include local recording of room audio in non-conferencing applications and other stuff like that too
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EasyTalk USB Tools User Operations Connecting to a PC: The EasyUSB Mixer/Amp is connected to the PC with a simple USB cable. The connector on the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp is a USB Type-B Male. Once connected, the PC's operating system will recognize the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp as a USB sound device. The sound
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EasyTalk USB Tools STEP 2: Go to the Playback Tab on Sound pop-up window. Select the EasyUSB device in the list. Press the arrow on the "Set Default "button at the bottom. Select the "Default Communication Device" in the list. Windows 7 allows the user to set the sound device as either the default
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used by the software application. This allows the software application to change the loudspeaker volume or mute microphones from the PC (if supported by the software application). An example of typical speaker audio controls from the operating system is depicted below. Diagram: Windows 7 Volume
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MicPOD Echo Cancelling Table Mic EasyMic MicPOD User Controls Pressing the Answer button will answer an inbound call originating from the PC if supported by the software application. The Answer button uses the On/Off hook function associated with Human Interface Device (HID) commands on the device
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EasyTalk USB Tools Using EasyUSB Tools with Unified Communications Soft Clients Skype Example: To use the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp with Skype, simply select the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp as the default sound device within the Skype application. This selection is made from the "Tools" menu within Skype. STEP 1: Go
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EasyTalk USB Tools Microsoft Lync Example: To use the EasyUSB Mixer/Amp with Microsoft Lync, it must be selected as the audio device within the Lync applications. Simply go to the Tools menu and select "Options". STEP 1: Go to the Tools menu and select Options in the list. Derwood Stevens ◄ STEP
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be posted on the Vaddio website for reference and instructional purposes. The most important thing about interoperability with PCs pros for best results. Customer Support Contact Information Address: Vaddio 9433 Science Center Drive New Hope, MN 55428 Email: [email protected] Website: www.vaddio.
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as follows: Step 1: If you are uncertain about updating or upgrading the equipment, please contact Vaddio Technical Support first. There is a possibility that any device can be turned into a brick, so give Tech Support a call first to get the dos and don'ts of updating. For EasyUSB Mixer/Amp: Set
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product for repair or replacement, request an RMA from Vaddio's technical support. Provide a technician with a return phone number, e-mail address, not attempt to take this product apart at any time. There are no user-serviceable components inside.  Do not spill liquids in the product  Keep this
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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
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EasyTalk USB Tools Technical Specifications EasyTalk USB Mixer/Amp Part Numbers EasyUSB Mixer/Amp 999-8530-000 (North America) EasyUSB Mixer/Amp 999-8530-001 (International) Audio Specifications Frequency Response: 20 HZ to 20 kHz Dynamic Range: >90dB THD + Noise:
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EasyTalk USB Tools EasyMic MicPOD Part Numbers EasyMic MicPOD 999-8500-000 Audio Frequency Response: 20 HZ to 20KHZ Specifications Dynamic Range: >90dB THD + Noise:
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EasyTalk USB Tools General Information Operating Temperature Power Consumption Dimensions Weight 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)/20% to 80% Relative Humidity EasyUSB Mixer/Amp: Maximum 40 watts  EasyUSB Mixer/Amp: 8.375" (212.73mm) W x 6.0" (152.4mm) L x 1.72" (43.7) H  EasyMic MicPOD: 7" (177.8m)
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EasyTalk USB Tools Appendix 2: EasyUSB Mixer/Amp Serial Commands (ASCII) The EasyUSB Mixer/Amp has an RS-232 command interface for configuration and real-time control. The interface can be used interactively with a serial terminal emulator such as AMX or Crestron Control systems. The DIP Switch 1
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Mixer/Amp  Two (2) White EasyMic Ceiling MicPODs with integrated Echo Cancelling  One Pair (2) of Bose DS-16 Ceiling Speakers (white) with Tile Support Braces and Plenum Back Can 999-8640-000 North America 999-8640-001 International EasyTalk USB Audio Bundle - System D System Includes:  One
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EasyTalk USB Tools Inside Back Cover - Blank Vaddio EasyTalk USB Solution - Document Number 342-0449 Rev B Page 47 of 48
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EasyTalk USB Tools 9433 Science Center Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55428 Toll Free: 800-572-2011 ▪ Phone: 763-971-4400 ▪ FAX: 763-971-4464 www.vaddio.com ©2012 Vaddio - All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Specifications and pricing