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APPI-ComLR Full-Duplex Hands-Free VoiceCom system CE MODELS: BS-APC2-0x and BS-APC2-Ax FCC/IC MODELS: BS-APC2U-0x/Bx Singapore MODELS: BS-APC2S-0x/Bx USERs MANUAL Version 3.0 Introduction : Thank you for choosing APPI-Com !
The APPI-ComLR kit (Long Range Series, from Rev. 2.0) allows communication in a "hands free &
conference mode over several free-band channels for the mobile team members. No "Base", Relay or
"Master unit": thanks to the Syncall Technology (exclusive patent), the signal loss of any of the kit43s module does not affect the communication between the others, and the lost one can return at any time into the dialogue: a guarantee of safety and efficiency for the team!
The modules of a kit should be set to the same channel to communicate: the kit establishes a full-duplex dialogue on any of the 16 available channels (US Version), allowing the simultaneous use of several kits in the same area. Several usages are possible: the natural TALK mode allows full-duplex conversation while the LISTEN mode enables listen to the team members but not participate to the conversation. Each module can be used interchangeably in "Talk" or in "Listen". The MULTIplex configuration allows create teams of more than 3 members: in this case, the priority pair can have a full-duplex hands-free conversation while any other team member can intervene, only one at a time, to ensure that only one conversation takes place on the used channel. APPI-Com modules are IP66 certified (dust and water) and use frequencies set in the ISM free bands (CE or FCC/IC certified). The use of APPI-Com in several countries could be restricted: users must comply with standards in the country of use. ATEX Version (Atmosphere EXplosive): model BS-APC2-Ax The ATEX version of the device is different from the standard one: one can clearly identify it with it special front side marked with the ATEX symbol ATEX certification class:
II 3G/D Eex is T6 IP67 CE ATEX certification: usage limitations & compliance with ATEX regulation 1. Usage temperature limits : -10C +60C 2. Authorized for use in a zone 2 (GAS) and zone 22 (DUST) 3. Authorized for use with the provided ATEX Audio accessory, exclusively. 4. Authorized for use with the provided rubber cover, exclusively. 5. Authorized for use with the provided internal or pre-fitted external antenna, exclusively. 6. Prohibited to connect or disconnect device peripherals in a zone 2 or 22. 7. Prohibited to remove the pre-fitted external antenna in a zone 2 or 22. 8. Prohibited to remove the rubber cover in a zone 2 or 22. 9. Prohibited to use the device in a zone 1 or 21 and a zone 0 or 20, or if the plastic case is defective. 10. Prohibited to charge the battery in a zone 0, 1 or 2 and zone 20, 21 or 22. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 1 Kit composition When configured for three persons, the APPI-Com kit ( APPI-Com 43 i.e. For Three) contains:
3 APPI-Com LR radio modules 3 Audio accessories, based on the configuration. 3 connection USB cables (Recharge / Configuration), not to be used in ATEX zones. 1 power charger (220V) - USB X4 and one car charger 2xUSB (both: not to be used in ATEX zones) 1 USB replicator 1x4, not to be used in ATEX zones. 1 USB key not to be used in ATEX zones: documentation and configuration software. 1 transport case, not to be used in ATEX zones. Usage recommendations Safety recommendations It is recommended to take the following safety precautions when using this device:
Water and moisture Modules are IP66 (Powerful water jets) or IP67 Certified (1m immersion, 30mn) for the ATEX Version. If exposed to more severe conditions (diving, plunge, etc.) turn immediately the power off and return the unit to the service department for a control. Battery - Do not try to change the battery yourself. Contact the manufacturer or dealer, if necessary, to replace the battery. Antenna - Never use the modules with external antenna without the antenna properly tightened: the radio range will be considerably decreased, and the water-dust sealed protection is longer assured. Note: in ATEX or FCC/IC version, the antenna is pre-fitted. Trying to remove it may damage the product. Risks - Avoid violent shocks to the modules and prevent scratches to the screen. Maintenance advices To maximize comfort and duration of use of this device, we recommend the following guidelines:
Cleaning - Use a soft damp cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners, benzene, solvents or aerosols. Repairs - Do not attempt to repair or modify the circuitry of the device. In case of problems, contact your dealer. Use only parts and accessories recommended by the manufacturer: use with any other spare part or accessory and opening the module causes the cancellation of the guarantee. Operating principle of the APPI-Com kit The APPI-Com kit consists of several audio terminals (or "modules"), usually operating in TALK mode, i.e. conference mode between 2 or 3 modules: but it is also possible to operate with more than 3 peoples. The APPI-Com LR modules can communicate using one Long Range channels (4 in CE version, 16 in FCC/IC version), or (CE version) any of the 12 Short Range ones. The non-ATEX version of the APPI-Com LR modules can be configured to communicate while charging with its dedicated charging cable. NOTE: for the FCC/IC version, the word channel in this user guide stands for 50 sub radio channels. IMPORTANT: to initiate communication, just turn on at least two modules randomly chosen in the APPI-Com 43 kit (depending on configuration, the set up time could take several seconds). When full-
duplex conference began between three modules, if one comes out of communication (out of radio range, for example, or switching off the device), the communication between the two other modules will not be disrupted, and the module will be automatically reinstated in the conference as it reaches radio range
(SyncAll patent from APPI-Technology SAS). APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 2 Using the product Preparing the equipment To use the product, connect an audio device that comes with the kit (skull microphone, throat microphone, headphones, etc.). Example for an APPI-Com Kit 43:
Throat microphone on the two first modules Headset-PTT or throat microphone-headset on the third module USAGE IN ATEX ZONE: CONNECT OR DICONNECT ONLY OUT OF THE ATEX ZONE In ATEX version, connect exclusively the provided ATEX Audio accessory, OUT of the ATEX Zone. Audio connectors accessories include an automatic lock and are keyed: they can be plugged in the only position where the red dots on the connector and the base are aligned (see figure below). NEVER FORCE THE CONNECTION, rotate the plug until you find the right position To disconnect an Audio accessory, pull the connector ring to unlock the connection (see diagram below):
If the connector is blocked, you should push slightly before pulling the ring. in particular positioning DONT PULL THE CABLE ITSELF: it may damage the connection because of the safety lock. NOTE: for some audio devices, as in-ear bone conduction M3h, refer to its documentation for optimal use, the ear. the video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-70K--DqL0g is also possible to refer to in It APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 3 Positioning the attachment clip (Non ATEX Version) The modules with an external antenna are provided with an attachment clip. The clip can be installed in only ONE position NOTE: TOO MUCH FORCE TO PUT ON OR REMOVE THE CLIP CAN DETERIORATE THE HOUSING OF THE MODULE. Putting the clip on:
Insert the module to fit the two notches Press the left side to clip the module in Removing the clip:
Spread the clips leg out externally with the finger At the same time, lift the modules left side up from the clip When the modules left side is out, remove the module completely Positioning the mini-clip on the rubber Install the mini-clip thanks to the plastic rivet, its head inside the rubber as shown APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 4 Using the rubber cover (mandatory for the ATEX version) Rubber covers are available in various colors (red, gray or orange) and can be cleaned with a damp cloth. APPI-Com module can be inserted into the protective cover after installing the protective glass
(transparent sticker): in case of outside antenna, remove the antenna without removing the rubber seal
(black), break the seal rubber (pre-drilled), insert and tighten the antenna after installation of the module in the shell. This cover is particularly effective against dirt, shock and scratches: padded corners offer great mechanical safety while a transparent sheet protects the front and, for a really practical use, the shell is equipped with a belt or pocket clip but can also be used with the neck strap. NOTE: To use the "neck strap", first attach it to the module, then pass it completely through the dedicated passage (top right), from the inside to the outside, before putting the module into the shell. It is possible to remove the shell by leaving the lower part of the device, then removing the whole equipment from it. NOTE: APPI-Com module must be used with the provided Clip or Rubber cover (eventually inside the arm band or harness), allowing a minimum distance of 5 mm (clip/rubber cover/armband/harness + garment thickness) with the body (measurement conditions of the SAR "Specific Absorption Rate "). NOTE ON THE POTENTIAL DANGER OF ELECTROSTATIC CHARGES of the CASE In use, a charge may appear by rubbing on clothing. The APPI-Com case must be worn underneath or in ATEX clothing as ATEX DIR 89/686/EEC ATEX version: the device MUST exclusively be used with its rubber cover and its antistatic plastic screen. Prohibited to remove the rubber cover in a zone 2 or 22. Products label / recommendations (FCC-IC Model for USA/Canada) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 5 Usage for three: TRIplex in Talk Mode This mode allows the hands-free Audio conference for two or three users. This is only possible if the used module was configured as part of an APPI-Com43 kit (see "Software setup"). A kit coming from the factory would, by default, be configured in Talk mode. Start-up Start MENU TALK CH:1LR Mode 5s Channel Note: Long Range Channels are noted 1LR, 2LR, etc. while the Short Range ones are labelled 16SR (example) To start the module, briefly press the lower button on the keyboard:
Auto start: if no channel change is required, no further action is needed to start communicating!
A welcome message appears on the screen and after a few seconds, the channel selection screen:
The proposed channel ("1LR " in this example) is the last used channel. The user could, during 5 seconds
(countdown), change the channel using the keypad buttons:
NOTE: the Mode change is only possible if the module is set up to operate in both "Talk" and "Listen"
modes. Otherwise, the system skips to the channel change menu, allowing 5 second to select the desired channel. NOTE: with no action on the keyboard for 5 seconds, the displayed channel will be used for communication.
: Changing the utilization Mode ( Talk or Listen )
: Starts communication on the displayed channel
: Changing the channel Channel selection menu after pressing the key:
SELECT CHANNEL CH:1LR
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Start With this menu, one can select one of the 19 channels (1 19) with the and keys. When the to validate and start communicate. desired channel is displayed, press EXAMPLE: the initial channel is "CH: 3" and the user wants to switch to channel "CH: 5". He must successively press the following keys:
(CH: 4) (CH: 5) (Starts communication on the displayed channel number 5) APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 6 Detecting channel occupation After the channels selection, the module switches to communication. If it detects that another APPI-Com kit uses the selected channel, it reports it on the screen as follows:
The CH BUSY message ("Channel Busy") blinks for 5 seconds and then automatically restarts the module to the next channel. In the absence of action by the user, the module will then try successively all the channels until it finds one available. To stop this automatic process, during those five seconds, the user can:
Press Press to switch the module off to propose the next channel without waiting 5 seconds Autonomy extension/ Communication in charging mode In Bluetooth mode (option), or with using a special cable USB/Audio (ref BS-APC-CASPLIT01), the APPI-
Com module can be configured to communicate while charging (not possible with ATEX modules). This allows communication always ON for a fixed module or the use of an external portable battery (or wall/car plug charger) to extend the APPI-Com autonomy. Operation mode:
The APPI-Com module has to be connected to a power source
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- When switching ON, press and hold until the menu appears:
: the module communicates while charging SELECT MODE
: the module goes to the USB configuration mode NOTE : this charging mode setting will remain after switch-off. Com Usb NOTE : in communication mode, do not connect USB on a PC or tablet, the power is not sufficient. NOTE : NOT available in ATEX version APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 7 Main screen and Volume control the After channels selection phase, the main screen is displayed 5 7 1 2 3 4 6 8 9 1. A smiley indicates the modules Rank (1, 2 or 3) in the kit as displayed on the screen with the arrows 1, 2 et 3 (here room 1 means rank 1) 2. Radio reception level of module number 2 3. Radio reception level of module number 3 4. Modules battery level 5. Modules Mode in use. TALK means conference mode. 6. Sound level: 1 to 10 (VOL: 6 in this example). At first startup, this level is set to 6. For other startups, the last set value is proposed. 7. Channel Number set during channel selection phase: 1 to 16 (CH:1 in this example) 8. Kit number for this module : KIT:21 in this example 9. Indicates the access to the Menu
: decreases the volume of a unit (minimum 1) During operation, the user can change the sound volume with the keyboard:
NOTE: it is not possible to change the channel number during a conversation. If necessary, restart the module and go through the channel selection phase.
: increases the volume of a unit (maximum 10) Switching the module off To switch the module off, one must first press the key:
To avoid any unwanted switch off, a confirmation request is displayed:
The user has 5 seconds (countdown) to proceed:
: Yes = Validates the module switches itself off.
: No = Cancel the switch off procedure and goes back to normal operation. If the user takes no action, the shutdown procedure is canceled after 5 seconds and the system goes back to the main screen. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 8 Sending out a pager signal : alert / call The modules are equipped with a "pager" function for emitting a sound signal, regardless of the audio equipment connected or not. Each module can send an audible signal to other modules in the kit as soon as communication has been established: to proceed, press once on the button The following screen is displayed:
NOTE: Choosing YES by pressing the switch the Module Off key would The user then has 5 seconds to send the audio signal to other modules by pressing the button again If the user takes no action, the paging procedure is canceled after 5 seconds and the system goes back to the main screen. Using the MULTIplex mode This configuration allows create teams of more than 3 members. In that case, the 2 first modules (rank 1 &
2) are offering a full-duplex hands-free communication in Talk mode. All other modules in the kit share the third talk slot and can alternatively get into the full-duplex conversation with the two others, but only one at a time: rests of the time, the Multiplex modules are listening to the conversation. It can be useful that Multiplex module are connected to an Audio headset through a PTT, so that it does not permanently occupy the third slot and prevent the other multiplex modules to intervene in the conversation. Alternatively, they are using the VOX mode (see later one) to prevent non desired communication and maintain the communication fluidity. NOTE: the Multiplex radios enable conversation with several APPI-Com groups. They can address up to 10 groups by switching channels to meet other pre-configured groups (see configuration software ) while the TALK radios can only be part of their own single group. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 9 MULTIplex modules special features The Multiplex module looks similar to the one in Talk mode: start, channel selection and automatic synchronization to the other modules in the kit (see Usage for three: TRIplex in Talk Mode) When no multiplex user talks (no PTT pressed), they all listen to the priority modules: each multiplex modules screen indicates the used mode and the reception level of the two priority modules (none on 3rd slot):
If no multiplex module communicates, the user can press his PTT and enter the conversation: his screen then indicates that hes in the loop (smiley on the 3rd slot) If another multiplex module communicates, the screen indicates its reception level on the 3rd slot: the user will have to wait until this other user ends his intervention. If he tries to talk by pressing the PTT, his voice will NOT be sent to the others and an occupancy tone will sound in his loudspeaker. NOTE:
The priority modules, in Talk mode, do also detect the emission of a Multiplex module. For example, for module nb1, when a Multiplex module is in the conversation, the screen will show:
In the contrary, if no Multiplex module talks, the screen will show:
Operational limits of the MULTIplex mode:
The Multiplex modules alone cannot INITIATE a full duplex conversation: at least one Talk module needs to be started and reachable at start. If the TWO priority modules come out of reach of all the multiplex modules, these will be able to communicate for a few minutes between themselves (behaving like Walkie-Talkies) , and then go in an idle mode to wait for a priority module to transmit. Pager signal. Any Multiplex module can send out a pager signal (see Sending out a pager signal :
alert / call), but the signal will only be sent if NO OTHER Multiplex module is emitting at the very moment: if the line is busy, the occupancy tone would sound. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 10 Using the Listen Mode This mode allows the module to select a kit to listen after selecting a radio channel. In this mode, the user hears the conference between the team members of the selected kit, but cannot participate. The system keeps track, for each channel, of the kit number that was selected during the previous use. NOTE: this Mode is only available if the module was configured to permit it (see "Software setup"). Start Up Phase 1: channel selection To start the module, briefly press the lower button on the keyboard:
Auto start: if no channel or kit number change is required, no further action is needed to start listening!
A welcome message appears on the screen and after a few seconds, the channel selection screen appears:
MENU LISTEN CH:1LR Mode 5s Channel Confirm
: Changing the channel
: Confirmation of the displayed channel and goes to the Kit selection phase The proposed channel ("CH 1LR" in the example) is the last channel in use. The user can, for 5 seconds
(countdown), change the channel using the keypad:
NOTE: the Mode change option is only available if the module is configured to operate in two modes
"Talk" and "Listen", otherwise, the system skips to the channel setting menu (with its 5s count down). With no action for 5 seconds, the displayed channel is selected and the system enters the Kit selection.
: Changing the utilization Mode ( Talk or Listen ) Screen displayed after pressing
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Confirm One can select the communication channel (cycling from 1 to 16) with the validate and select the Kit number. and keys. Press to NOTE: changing the channel number stops the countdown press EXAMPLE: the initial channel is "CH 1LR" and the user wants to switch to channel "CH 3LR". He must successively press the following keys:
(CH: 2LR) (CH: 3LR)
(Validates the displayed channel number 3LR) to start the communication. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 11 Getting Started - Phase 2: kit selection After confirming the channel choice, the following screen is displayed:
: Validates the displayed kit number and starts listening
: Changing the underlined digit: 0 1 2 9 0 The proposed kit to listen to is the last used on the selected channel (in the example above, this is kit 1). The user can, for 5 seconds (countdown), modify the kit to listen by using the keyboard buttons:
Without any action on the keyboard 5 seconds, the module will automatically start listening to the kit number displayed on the screen. NOTE 1: the Kit number should be between 0001 and 4094: all values outside these limits will be reported as an error that the user should correct. NOTE 2: when first using the system in Listen Mode, kit number 0001 will be chosen for each channel. NOTE 3: changing the kit number or moving the digit cursor causes an interruption of the countdown. The
: Switches to next left digit: units dozens hundreds thousands units to start the communication. user must then press EXAMPLE SCENARIO: The initial kit is "0001" and the user wants to listen to the kit "0213". He must successively press the following keys:
0002 0003 0003 0013 0013 0113 0213 Start listening Detecting selection of a wrong KIT or Channel number After the kit number selection phase is done, the system goes into listening mode. If it cannot find the specified Kit number on this particular channel, itll display an error message:
The WRONG KIT OR CH message blinks and the screen displays the selected Kit and Channel Numbers
(Channel 1 and Kit 49 in this example). The user then would:
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Press the key to switch off the module Press the key to restart the Channel and Kit selection phases APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 12 Main display and volume control the kits selection After phase, the main screen is displayed 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 8 9 1. Radio reception level of module number 1 in Listen Mode 2. Radio reception level of module number 2 in Listen Mode 3. Radio reception level of module number 3 in Listen Mode 4. Modules battery level 5. Modules Mode in use. LISTEN means Listen only Mode. 6. Sound level: 1 to 10 (VOL: 6 in this example). At first startup, this level is set to 6. For other startups, the last set value is displayed. 7. Channel Number set during channel selection phase: 1 to 63 (CH:1 in this example) 8. Kit number being listened to : KIT:21 in this example 9. Indicates the access to the Menu During operation, the user can change the sound level with the keyboard:
: increases the volume of a unit (maximum 10)
: deceases the volume of a unit (minimum 1) Switching the module off To switch the module off, one must first press the key:
To avoid any unwanted switch off, a confirmation request is displayed:
: Yes = Validates the switch-off action the module switches itself off. The user has 5 seconds (countdown) to proceed:
If the user takes no action, the shutdown procedure is canceled after 5 seconds and the system goes back to the main screen.
: No = Cancel the switch off procedure and goes back to normal operation. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 13 Switching channel or Kit number during operation In "Listen" Mode, it is possible to change the kit and / or the channel without restarting the module:
Press once on the key The following OFF / CH Select screen is displayed:
NOTE: Choosing YES by pressing the switch the Module Off key would The user then has 5 seconds (countdown) to return to the channel selection sequence and then set by pressing the button again:
If the user takes no action, the procedure is canceled after 5 seconds and the module returns to standard mode on the main screen TIP: as the module keeps track of the kit number listened on each channel, simply changing the channel and validating the proposed kit number allows sequentially listening to several kits in use on different channels. Radio reception level As soon as the connection is established or lost with a partner, and according the configuration of the radio, messages are played in the audio equipment to indicate this event (see Connection information). During operation, whatever the Mode ("Talk" or "Listen") is, the module displays the radio reception level for each module its in conference with or listening to. In case a module does not emit (switched off, out of range, communication on another channel ...), the Radio reception level is replaced by:
For Europe version (BS-APC2-xx) on low power channels (5sr 16sr), when the module detects an intermittent perturbation on the radio channel, a beep sound will be played to indicate that it cannot transmit. EXAMPLE 1: (LISTEN Mode) the module receives a signal from module number 2 of kit 21. The corresponding screen is displayed:
EXAMPLE 2: (TALK Mode) the module receives a signal from module number 2 of kit 21 but no signal from module number 3. The corresponding screen is displayed:
APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 14 Connection information Depending on the chosen configuration, the radio module can connection/disconnection status with other members of the team. There are 3 possible connection levels (Configuration software):
NONE indicate (Audio messages) its No Audio message is indicated while connection/disconnection happens: the wearer may use this level while working in one area where connection is weak and he doesnt want to hear the connect/disconnect message too often. APPI Network connection (default mode) Enables each user know if hes in the communication loop: as soon as connected, he hears the Connected Audio message. When NO OTHER radio module is connected, hell hear the disconnected Audio message. Safeline This mode lets the APPI-Com user know in quasi-real time WHICH module is connected in the team. CAUTION: a headset HAS be connected to the APPI-Com module (wired or Bluetooth) to authorize the radio module to sync with the others in the team. If NO headset is detected, the system will ask for one:
Connect a headset To start Menu Using TALK modules If no headset is connected, the radio will NOT sync and only authorize to configure a Bluetooth headset or to switch off. If a headset is detected, the radio (say #1) will try to connect the others in the group. While receiving a signal from #2 (example) the wearer will hear 2 Connected ), while user #2 will hear 1 connected. When module #3 comes into the conversation both users #1 and #2 will hear 3 connected and, user #3 will hear 1 Connected and 2 Connected. Disconnection: if module #1 loses user #3 (doesnt get signal: out of range, stopped, etc.) itll play 3 Disconnected. Finally, when all others modules are disconnected, the user will hear APPI-Com disconnected . Using Multiplex modules (2 TALK and 2 MULTI, as an example) Say the 2 TALK modules are connected, when the first MULTI (#3) comes in the two TALK modules will play Multi connected , indicating that at least ONE MULTI is in the loop. If a second MULTI (#4) comes in, only the OTHER MULTI will hear Multi connected, indicating that another MULTI is in. The two TALK will not play any message. When one MULTI gets out of the loop, the OTHER MULTI ONLY will hear Multi disconnected indicating that hes the last connected MULTI: the two TALK will not play any message. When the last MULTI gets out of the communication loop, the two TALK modules will play Multi disconnected indicating they are now alone in the loop. NOTE: the connection message indicates to the user that he receives signals transmitted by others, but doesnt imply that hes heard by them (potential asymmetrical emission/reception cases) NOTE: the Safeline mode is not to be used when users are reaching the range limit as they may hear too many connection/disconnection messages. NOTE: as soon as the module loses connection to its headset, itll drop the radio signal and disconnect to the group, making the others hearing the disconnection message (usually less than 1 second for a TALK module, up to 5 for a MULTI). If using a Bluetooth headset, the delay to hear the disconnection message may last up to 10 seconds, due the Bluetooth protocol trying to reconnect. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 15 Selecting the operation Mode In case the module was configured to allow the use of two modes of operation "Talk" and "Listen" (see
"Software setup"), it is possible to select the operating mode of the module from the screens channel selection. On startup without user action, the module will always use the mode used during the last operation. MENU MENU TALK CH:1LR OR LISTEN CH:1LR Mode 5s Channel Start Confirm Mode 5s Channel As displayed above, pressing key allows accessing the Mode selection screen. Possible actions are:
: Select the Listen Mode
: Select the Talk Mode When selecting the "Talk" mode, the module immediately starts the conference on the selected channel. When selecting the "Listen" mode, the module asks the number of the kit to listen to. REMINDER: the selected Mode will automatically be used at the next modules start. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 16 Using the Secret Mode The "Listen" mode allows any APPI-Com module to listen to a kit during a call. For confidentiality reasons, it is possible to configure a kit in a secret mode: thus, no module would be able to listen to conversations coming from this kit. To activate this feature, you must use the "Configuration Software". When a module is in Secret mode, the smiley representing its rank in a Talk mode would become:
(Locker symbol) EXAMPLE: Screen of module 2 during a "Secret" call:
The user knows that he transmits in a "Secret" mode and, consequently, only the two other modules in the kit (21 in our example) can listen while NO other module!
If a module wants to listen to a Kit configured in Secret mode, every reception symbol indicating the modules would become EXAMPLE: the module is listening to kit 21 configured in "Secret" mode. We see modules 1 and 3 are in communication, while module 2 is switched off or out of radio range:
The user knows that modules 1 and 3 of the kit 21 are operating in a "Secret" mode, explaining why he does not hear the conversation!
APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 17 Screens Flowchart MENU TALK CH:1LR Mode 5s Channel Start SELECT CHANNEL CH:1LR
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Start Auto MENU LISTEN CH:1LR Mode 5s Channel Confirm SELECT CHANNEL
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Confirm OR auto APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 18 Using the CALL mode In this "Call" mode a module remains connected with the others in the kit, but does not participate to the conversation: the user does not hear nor send any sound, like in a sleep mode. Upon his request, or in response to a call from one of his teammates, he can join the conversation and, at the end of it, go back to the sleep mode. This is particularly suitable for controllers or people that may need to be reached any time, but do not wish to participate permanently in the discussion: they can participate occasionally. The "Call" mode is activated by the configuration software (see "Software Configuration ") and is available only on the modules configured in "Talk" or "Multiplex" mode (the Call Mode cannot be activated on the
"Listen" or "Pivot" modules). When the Call mode is activated, the or symbol replaces the symbol on top of the screen:
: Means that voice chat is disabled
: Means that voice chat is active Receiving a call When a team member of the group makes a call (see "Sending a sound signal "), a blue phone flashes on the screen and the audio message
"Incoming Call channel x" is broadcast in the user's audio device: If the user does not wish to take part in the conversation, he would press and the display would return to the normal. If the user does accept the call, he would
: the symbol would then replace the press the audio communication is enabled. To end the audio communication, you should press
, to access the next menu: To confirm the desire to end up the audio communication, you would symbol showing that symbol would reappear, showing that the audio again. The press communication is disabled. Join the ongoing conversation The user can choose to join the discussion by pressing
, it accesses the following menu screen: pressing again, he would join the discussion: the symbol replaces then the symbol, showing that the audio communication is enabled. To end the audio call, press to access this menu screen:
To confirm the end of the audio call, you must press again
. symbol reappears to confirm that the audio communication is The disabled. Yes No No OFF 5s Yes Call end OFF 5s Yes Call No OFF 5s Yes No Call end APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 19 Lone Worker Protection LWP (Safety Pack Option) The APPI-Com modules are equipped with a motion sensor for detecting the immobility of the wearer. By software configuration (see "Software Configuration"), for each in "Talk" module, it is possible to activate the LWP feature. With this function activated, the device sends a voice message to all other modules of the Kit ("Talk", "Listen" or "Multiplex") indicating the immobility of the wearer. Heres how it works:
If no motion is detected during the pre-alert period: a warning beep sounds in the audio equipment of the wearer to report its immobility and encourage him to move to cancel the alarm, but no alert is sent at this stage. Following this pre-alert, if motion is still not detected during the alert period, a voice message is sent to all modules in the kit. This message indicates the rank of the module in the kit (1, 2 or 3) and an intermittent audio signal is played in the audio device of the wearer to indicate that an alert is sent. EXAMPLE: the wearer with module #2 in the kit does not move. After 30 seconds (pre-alert period), a signal sounds at the audio device. 5 seconds later (alert period), if the wearer has still not moved, the module sends a vocal alert to the other modules that will broadcast "APPI Com 2 immobile". NOTE: the LWP function is active only if the module of the wearer is in communication with at least one other module. NOTE: any movement detected cancels the alert, and the pre-alert timer is reset to 0. Setting the LWP parameters for the Alert emission When the LWP function is enabled on the module (see Configuration software ), the wearer is aware thanks to the logo on the screen:
SELECT CHANNEL TALK CH:1 P Mode 5s Change Start TALK VOL:10 CH:1 KIT: 49 P Menu NOTE: when the module sends immobility alert, the of the immobile module. The parameters (see configuration software ) of the LWP are:
symbol is replaced by a blinking on the screen Pre-alert period (in seconds): maximum immobility time before pre-alert. Alert period: (in seconds): maximum immobility time after the pre-alert time before the alert is sent out. Authorizing the LWP function to be temporarily disabled by the wearer (Yes / No) (see Advanced configuration ) APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 20 Setting the LWP parameters for Alert reception When a module in LWP mode sends an immobility alert, each module of the kit, whatever its mode of operation and whether its LWP function is enabled or not, will play the alert message by:
Playing the vocal message "APPI Com 2 immobile" in the audio device in the language of the modules configuration. Activating the Buzzer in continuous mode for a few seconds Replacing the reception symbol of the immobile module by the blinking symbol during the whole immobility period. IMPORTANT NOTE: to make sure the alert is heard; the vocal alert stops and replaces the conversation. Depending on the modules configuration, the vocal alert and the Buzzer may be played several times
(every 30 seconds, as an example) or only once. When the alert stops (motion detected on the wearers module), all the alert messages stop. If the same module sends a new alert, itll be treated as if it were the first one. The parameters (see configuration software ) of the LWP alert messages are:
Language (French or English) Number of time the message (buzzer and vocal alert) is played: not repeated (played only once), or repetition period, in seconds or minutes. IMPORTANT NOTE: the LWP system is based on an accelerometer whose function may be impaired by excessive shock. It is necessary to test the function at startup. IMPORTANT NOTE: the receipt of immobility alert assumes that the radio link is established between the immobile module and one of those who should receive the alert. Any obstacle to the proper radio communication between APPI-Com modules can disable the receipt of the immobility alert. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 21 Advanced configuration Depending on the modules configuration (see Configuration software ), you may be able to access the advanced configuration. The available settings are:
Quick channel change Temporary disabling the LPW function :
Setting the microphones sensitivity (voice transmission trigger) : VOX Setting the Sidetone Activate the ECO mode Access to the advanced configuration is done by holding the key for 3 seconds NOTE: if no advanced setting is permitted on the module, this action displays the same screen (Switching the module off) as a short press on the button. If all advanced settings are allowed on the module, one of the following selection screens setting appears:
SELECT MENU Select Channel Confirm SELECT MENU P Confirm SELECT MENU Vox Confirm OR OR SELECT MENU Sidetone Confirm SELECT MENU Eco Confirm OR or Simply select the desired setting with the corresponding configuration screen is displayed. NOTE: If only one advanced settings configuration is allowed, this selection step is ignored and the authorized setting screen is automatically displayed. keys, then confirm your choice with pressing
. The Quick channel change Select channel (1 - 16) communication. and
, then press to start Temporary enabling/disabling the LWP function SELECT CHANNEL CH:1LR
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Press the NOTE: at start up, the LWP function is enabled if the module has been configured to use it. key to disable or to enable it. Off P On APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 22 Activating the ECO mode To enhance autonomy, the ECO mode reduces the emission power of the LR channels when a 800/1000m radio range is enough for the application: the battery life then gets to around 8h. When ECO is activated, the LR sign becomes ECO on the screen for the Long Range channels:
Example: 3Eco instead of 3LR NOTE: the ECO mode does NOT affect the SR channels (CE).
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: disable the Eco mode NOTE: the Eco mode status (activated/disabled) remains when switching the module off. Eco Off On Setting the microphones (VOX) sensitivity This screen allows you to change the microphones sensitivity (voice transmissions trigger). In a noisy environment, it may be useful to reduce this sensitivity level to avoid transmitting ambient noise. At the contrary, in a very quiet place, the user can increase the sensitivity level if he wants to be heard when whispering. The factory setting is set to 0. This corresponds to an average sensitivity for both isolation to high noise and still not requiring shouting to trigger the voice transmission. VOX 0 Confirm
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This setup screen allows you to independently control the sensitivity trigger: the symbol is displayed when the trigger is reached by voice or noise to help setting the right value. If this symbol appears in a noisy environment when the user does not speak, it means that the sensitivity is too high and needs to be reduced. One can change this sensitivity with the the higher sound to trigger, and the maximum sensitivity (+10), requiring the lowest sound. keys from -10 to +10, the lowest value (-10) requiring or to validate. This setting is stored and will apply for ALL following uses. When the setting is done, press IMPORTANT NOTE: do NOT swap with another headset during setting RECOMMENDATION: the user must set the VOX trigger with the headset and in the very place he will use the system, in real usage condition. NOTE: the user can change the VOX settings during a conference. NOTE: the VOX settings are linked to a headset type. It may happen that they are NOT correct with a different headset and have to be changed. NOTE: a too high sensitivity may have several consequences:
- An echo may appear, depending on the headset, or the breathing noise of your colleague.
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The battery autonomy may decrease as each noise will trigger the microphone and be emitted. NOTE: when the sensitivity level is NOT 0 , the V symbol appears on the screen APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com TALK VOL:10 CH:1 KIT: 49 V Menu 23 Setting the SideTone level For most of the Audio peripherals (this feature is not available with a bone conduction microphone, a remote speaker and an intercom cable) one can set the side tone , i.e. the level of the users own voice being bounced back to its speaker. By default, a sidetone is only set ON when using a Muff headset. keys, from 0 to 9 and The Side Tone level is adjusted with the 0 : no Sidetone (spare the muff-headsets) n : Sidetones level NOTE: for muff headset, this level is ADDED to the default value. Sidetone 0 Confirm
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Battery Level APPI-Com modules are equipped with a rechargeable battery (max charging time is 2 hours on a wall plug). With full batteries, the modules have autonomy of about:
7:30h in Talk mode on LR channels 8:00 in Talk mode with Eco mode 9:30 in Talk mode on SR channels 10h in Listen mode The battery level is displayed at the top of the screen. When the battery level becomes low, three audio warnings are heard, one after the other:
1. "Low battery 20%": the last indication bare flashes and an Audio alert will be played there is power for about 45 minutes. 2. "Low battery 5%": new vocal alert Approximately 5 minutes left!
3. Automatic shutdown: the "NO BATTERY" message appears on the screen and generates a "beep"
every second the module will switch itself off in 5 seconds. This screen indicates the status a few seconds before switching off, its battery being at minimum level NOTE 1: If it starts with a low battery level, the module notifies the user by with an alert through the Audio accessory, if connected. NOTE 2: If it starts with a TOO low battery level, the "NO BATTERY" message is displayed and the module turns off without allowing any access to the menu. Charging the battery (Out of the ATEX Zone) To charge the module, plug the USB cable to it on one side and to the USB charger on the other (cable and USB charger supplied with the kit). On the module side, the connector has a locking function and an alignment key: it can only be plugged in one position. The red dots should perfectly match to plug the connector. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 24 NEVER FORCE THE CONNECTION, rotate the plug until you find the right position To disconnect an Audio accessory, pull the connector ring to unlock the connection (see diagram below):
If the connector is blocked, you should slightly push before pulling the ring. NEVER PULL ON THE CABLE, it may damage the connection because of the safety lock. The maximum charging time (fully discharged battery) can vary from 1H45 (220VAC adapter supplied) to 6H (on the USB port on a PC) according to the method used. To control the charging level, turn the module on when plugged into the USB:
If the squares of the battery indicator blink, the module is still in charge. If the square of the battery indicator are all lit continuously, the battery is full. NOTE: the system is protected against overload and would beep when the battery is full. IMPORTANT NOTE: when a USB cable is connected to the module, the module goes into the "USB Mode" and exits the "communication". It does not emit or receive any information and displays its serial number (M-7 in the example below). To reinstate the "communication" mode, disconnect the USB cable and turn the module on. ATEX version: it is prohibited to charge the battery in an ATEX zone. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 25 Using a Bluetooth device (BT Option) A Bluetooth (BT) device can be connected to an APPI-Com module using the configuration software
(version > V2.1) and the Bluetooth option has to be enabled from factory. The Bluetooth is ON when no wired headset is connected and if at least one BT device is paired. Two kinds of devices can be connected:
Communication devices (Phone, radio): this allows link your APPI-Com to a network. Bluetooth headset: this allows replace you wired headset by a BT headset. The default mode is Headset, but it could be changed to com device with the configuration software. The Bluetooth state is indicated by the logo near the battery level:
The logo can has two statuses:
Blinking: the module try to connect to previously paired devices. Fixed : the module is connected to a device. is not printed that probably means that no device is paired. NOTE: if the logo IMPORTANT: If a headset cable is connected, the Bluetooth communication will stop!
When connecting a BT headset, its name appears on the screen, at the bottom line. IMPORTANT: it is better to start the module before the audio headset Bluetooth configuration menu The Bluetooth device can be paired or unpaired from the Bluetooth menu. The Bluetooth menu is available from the advanced configuration. key for SELECT MENU Access to the advanced configuration is done by holding the 3 seconds Vox Confirm keys, then confirm your choice with pressing
. or Then select Simply select the Bluetooth setting with the The Bluetooth menu will be printed according to the Bluetooth mode.
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: Add Confirm Bluetooth Headset Delete Add Add a Bluetooth Headset Bluetooth Phone Delete Add Confirm The APPI-Com will start to search a discoverable headset (a few seconds). IMPORTANT: the headset has to be in discoverable mode or it may not be seen by the APPI-com. When the search ends, APPI-Com will display the number of detected headsets and go in the select Menu. Add headset MSA Left/Right Select Next Add headset Device found: 2 Add headset Search Cancel APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 26 This menu will display the first detected device on the second line. The headset to add is selected by pressing
. Once the device is selected, your choice is confirmed by
. You can also leave the menu by pressing pressing When the choice is confirmed, APPI-Com will try to pair with the headset. Finally the module will restart and connect itself to the headset. NOTE: up to four headsets can be paired with the APPI-Com module. When this limit is reached, some paired headsets have to be removed before add new headsets. Add headset MSA Left/Right Pairing Success Add headset MSA Left/Right Restart Add headset MSA Left/Right Start pairing Add a communication device When selecting to add a new communication device, the module will go in pairing menu. The module turns into discovery mode: you will see it on your device with the name APPI-Com-xxxx. Once the APPI-Com is selected on your device, it will go through the different steps. You can leave this menu by pressing Add Phone Pairing Cancel
. Add Phone Pairing Pairing Success Add Phone Pairing Restart Delete Bluetooth headset For the two Bluetooth modes, the delete menu is available from the Bluetooth menu by pressing The menu propose to delete the first device paired, its name is printed on the second line. Delete headset MSA Left/Right Select Next Delete phone Phone1 Select Next Cancel Cancel
. The device to delete has to be selected by pressing the
. Once the device is selected, your choice is
. You can also leave the menu by pressing confirmed by pressed NOTE: At start the APPI-Com will try to connect to the paired headsets, until connected. To make the connection faster, it is recommended to delete the unused devices. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 27 Radio Range The radio range (Line Of Sight) in open space between two APPI-Com LR modules using a wave antenna is around 2Km using a Long Range channel (around 900m in Eco mode), and around 300m using a SR Short Range channel, but this distance can vary depending on the environment: obstacles, working within in a building, EM perturbations, etc. It is also reduced when using a Wave or an internal antenna. Operation Incidents Some operation incidents may occur. Here is a list with the corrective actions:
1. The module switches on and off only seconds after displaying "NO BATTERY" the battery is low: charge the module. 2. The module turns on but remains in search mode of communication more than 30 seconds
(symbol not received for all other modules in the kit):
The other module(s) of the kit are off start the other module(s) The other module(s) of the kit are out of radio range bring the modules in range The module is not configured on the same channel than the other modules of the kit Restart the module and select the correct channel The module is not part of the kit which is in communication on this channel (different kit number) Use the "Configuration Software" to integrate the module into the kit. 3. The Multiplex module turn on but stay in search mode :
No priority module (in TALK mode) is ON or at radio reach start at least one of them to initiate conversation: Multiplex modules cannot start conversation between them alone. 4. The radio range between modules is poor:
External antenna missing or loose on some modules Install or tighten the antenna Another APPI-Com kit is running too close use two non-adjacent channels (1 and 3 instead of 1 and 2 for example) and / or get away from the kits modules. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 28 Configuration software Configurations objectives An APPI-Com module can only communicate with modules having the same kit number, this number being displayed on the screen. In factory configuration, the three modules of an APPI-Com 43 are configured with the same kit number:
there is therefore no need to configure. Thereafter, the user may wish to change the configuration of the modules in the following cases:
Replace a module in a kit with a new module Establish new kits (for example, have 3 kits of 2 modules from 2 kits of 3 modules) Enable / disable the "Secret" mode for a kit Chose to enable or disable the "Talk" and / or "Listen" modes for a Kit. Etc. REMINDER:
The standard kits (besides MULTIplex) may consist of:
3 modules 2 modules The APPI-Com configuration software, provided on the USB Key, allows configuring the modules. Installing the PC configuration software Insert the USB drive and run the Autorun.exe program:
Click on the Install button to launch the APPI-Com Configuration installation software. NOTE: you must be "administrator" to install the PC software. NOTE: installing drivers for the modules is done in a window on black background: do not close it; it will close automatically when the process ends. When the software is installed, an icon will appear on the desktop to launch the software:
APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 29 APPI-Com 43 LR Kit configuration Tutorial The purpose of the example described below is to create a kit consisting of 3 modules:
1. Launch the APPI-Com Configuration software 2. The software proposes to create a Kit or an advanced configuration:
3. After clicking on 2 or 3 modules, the software requests to connect the modules and indicates the number of detected modules. 4. Connect only the three modules of the new kit to configure, using the provided USB cables:
directly on three USB free ports of the PC or through the provided 1X4 Port Replicator. 5. Switch on the modules NOTE: the modules will go to the USB mode:
NOTE: detection by the computer could take more than a minute. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 30 NOTE: Next would only be accessible when 2 or 3 modules are detected. 6. Click on Next if the detected number of module is correct:
Standard Mode: the modules of the kit may be heard by an APPI-Com module in Listen Mode. Secret Mode: NO other module would be able to listen to the modules of this kit APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 31 PARTICULAR CASE: it can happen that the proposed Kit number already exists in the group. One may ask for another kit number by clicking change. For confidentiality reasons, you may only request 3 changes. 7. Click Next to validate the configuration. After a few seconds, this screen will confirm the configuration OK. In this example, modules C-00000003, C-00000037 and M-00000009 are part of kit 50 and can be heard by any user of an APPI-Com module in Listen mode, if he knows your kit number. At next start, the modules will run in conference mode, indicating their kit number: 50. IMPORTANT: note that all modules will start on channel 1. REMINDER: it is also possible to create kits with 2 modules. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 32 APPI-Com LR: MULTIplex configuration tutorial (more than 3 modules) The purpose of the example described below is to create an APPI-Com44 kit, i.e. consisting of 4 modules:
1. Launch the APPI-Com Configuration software 2. The software proposes to create a Kit or an advanced configuration:
3. After clicking More than 3 modules, the software requests to connect the modules and displays the number of recognized ones:
4. Connect only the 2 Talk modules of the kit to configure, using the provided USB cables: directly on three USB free ports of the PC or through the provided 1X4 Port Replicator. 5. Switch on the modules NOTE: the modules will go to the USB mode:
NOTE: detection by the computer could take more than a minute. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 33 NOTE: the Next button is only available if the 2 Talk modules are connected. 6. Click on Next when the number of modules is OK:
Standard Mode: the modules of the kit may be heard by an APPI-Com module in Listen Mode. Secret Mode: NO other module would be able to listen to the modules of this kit PARTICULAR CASE: it can happen that the proposed Kit number already exists in the group. One may ask for another kit number by clicking change. For confidentiality reasons, you may only request 3 changes. 7. Click Next to validate the configuration. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 34 The two Talk modules are set up: you may disconnect them and Press OK 8. The software requests to connect the first MULTIplex module: the Add button is only valid when only ONE module to add is connected. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 35 9. After clicking on Add, the window displays:
The left side of the window shows the ID of the two Talk modules, while the left side zone displays all the Multiplex modules added to the kit. 10. After clicking on Add, you go back to step 8 which ends with the new added Multiplex module being listed:
APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 36 11. After clicking on EXIT, the window displays:
In this example, module number C-00000003, C-00000037, C-00000137 and M-00000009 are part of kit
#13, et can be heard by any APPI-Com kit in Listen mode provided they enter the right kit number (13). Module C-00000003 and M-00000009 are the priority ones and can be used with hands free Audio accessories (no PTT), while module C-00000037 and C-00000137 are used in Multiplex mode and must be connected to an Audio accessory with PTT. At next start all modules will be in conference mode as Kit #13. IMPORTANT: note that all modules will start on channel 1 NOTE: if a problem occurs when adding a Multiplex module, all previous configurations are stored. As an example, if the 2 Talk and 2 multiplex modules are configured together, if a problem occurs when adding a third one, only this last one will not be part of the kit: the 2 Talk and 2 multiplex modules will be usable. In that case, the software proposes to end the configuration process or retry adding another Multiplex module. NOTE: It is possible to add as many Multiplex modules as desired, but, for operational reasons, it is advised to limit to 8 so that all users may have a chance to talk. NOTE: It is NOT permitted to configure one of the 2 Talk modules of the kit to a Multiplex one. The software will return an error message. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 37 NOTE: a Multiplex radio can be part of up to 10 groups NOTE: If a Multiplex radio is configured in a group with the secret option, then, in another, without this option, th1475en the default mode (no secret!) will prevail for this radio, whatever group its talking with. If, while trying to configure a module to be part of a group, the Multiplex radio is already configured with 10 groups the following window will appear:
One must select the group to remove from the Multiplex list: the radio would thus NOT be able to access this group. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 38 Advance configuration Tutorial The objective here is to configure 3 APPI-Com modules. We want to set the module # C-00000045 as such:
- Activate the Talk + Listen modes, to authorize conversation AND Listen only
- Activate the LWP mode with the following parameters :
o Pre-alert period : 40 seconds o Alert period: 10 seconds o No authorization to disable the LWP function Playing the Alert messages every 2 minutes
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- Choosing English as the language for the vocal alert
- Activate the SafeLine mode Then wed like to replicate this very configuration to module # C-00000089. Finally, on module # M-00000007, we want to:
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authorize the user to disable the LWP function authorize Vox sensibility settings authorize Sidetone settings authorize Eco mode activation authorize Quick channel change 1. Launch the APPI-Com Configuration software 2. The software proposes to create a Kit or an advanced configuration:
APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 39 3. After clicking Advanced configuration, the software requests to connect the modules and displays the number of recognized ones:
4. Connect only the 3 modules of the kit to configure, using the provided USB cables: directly on three USB free ports of the PC or through the provided 1X4 Port Replicator. 5. Switch on the modules NOTE: the modules will go to the USB mode:
NOTE: detection by the computer may take more than a minute. NOTE: the Next button is only accessible if 1, 2 or 3 modules are connected APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 40 6. Click on Next when the number of modules is OK. :
For each module, the current options and settings are displayed. Example, module # M-00000007 is configured as:
TALK and LISTEN mode: allowing using both conversation and Listen Only mode. CALL mode disabled LWP Function : activated Alert message repetition period : 30 seconds SIDETONE sensibility tuning authorization : disabled VOX sensibility tuning authorization : disabled ECO mode authorization : disabled Language used for the vocal messages : French APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 41 7. Then click on EDIT to change the parameters on module C-00000045. You may then see the following window :
On first tab, you may choose the usage mode. In this example, we choose TALK + LISTEN . Then we click on the LWP CONFIGURATION tab:
APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 42 This window allows activate the LWP function and set the parameters up:
Then click on MESSAGE SETTINGS to configure English as the vocal alerts language and activate the Safeline mode APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 43 8. The desired configuration of module C-00000045 is complete. By clicking Confirm you will freeze the parameters you wish to apply to the module:
NOTE: at this stage, the modifications have NOT been stored in the module, thus the module is NOT configured yet!
9. To duplicate the same configuration to module C-00000089, you need to click on Copy the configuration of first module :
By clicking Yes, the configuration is copied from module C-00000045 to module C-00000089. NOTE: any modification made on configuration of module C-00000045 will be replicated on module C-
00000089. REMINDER: at this stage, the modifications have NOT been stored in the module, thus the module is NOT configured yet!
APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 44 10. Change module M-00000007 options and settings, click EDIT :
11. Activation of the Call mode in tab USAGE MODE Check the box CALL OPTION . APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 45 12. On the above window, go to tab LWP CONFIGURATION and check box LWP can be disabled by final user :
13. Chose tab ADVANCED SETTINGS , check the 4 options, then click confirm APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 46 14. We then come to the above window:
15. By clicking Next , the new configuration parameters are sent to each module. After a few seconds the above window appears:
This confirms that the configuration is done!
APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 47 NOTE: it is possible to simultaneously configure 1, 2 or 3 modules. NOTE: for a module in Multiplex mode, the LWP emission parameters tab is not accessible. Particular case: advanced configuration with a Multiplex module In case a Multiplex module is configured in a kit, the window in step 6 will show it (example with only radio M-0000007 in Multiplex mode:
The same principle applies as per the TALK radio. A Multiplex radio can be part of up to 10 differents kits (i.e. groups). The Kit number is replaced by a list with all kits number the radio can be attached to (example 135, 240, 983 et 3000). This allows check which kits this particular radio can be linked to. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 48 Bluetooth mode configuration If your APPI-Com module is equipped with the Bluetooth option, you can configure the protocol mode in terms of Source or Sink :
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Source Mode: to connect a Bluetooth headset Sink Mode: to connect a communication device as a smartphone or Walkie-Talkie, enabling the APPI-Com module to relay the communication to another network. The new configured mode will be activated by confirming this menu then pressing next in the following window (see step 14 and 15) APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 49 Contextual help and cancellation On all screens where symbol On each screen, you can cancel the setup process by clicking "Cancel": no configuration action is applied to the modules and the program stops. appears, it is possible to access a context-sensitive help with a click. Configuration incidents The following problems may be encountered during setup:
Connected modules are not detected, indicated module number doesnt match or the search symbol persists
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o The computer may take some time (sometimes several minutes) to recognize the modules via USB wait until the completion of the recognition and possibly restart the detection module by clicking the Refresh button. Perform this step several times if necessary. o An USB connection cable is loose attach it correctly and repeat the detection phase by clicking the Refresh button Configuration could be impossible after the validation :
o The connected modules are no switched on Switch them on and Retry. o Some modules have been switched off during the detection phase reconnect them and switch them on then Retry. o Some modules are not running a compatible internal software version and cannot be configured with this software. NOTE: the module version is displayed at start up. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 50 During advanced Configuration it can be impossible to modify the operation mode for a module:
o If the module has NEVER been part of a Kit, it CANNOT operate in Talk mode but only in Listen mode create a new kit using this particular module so that it could be used in both mode. It may be impossible to create a new kit:
o APPI-Com modules can be factory configured with a customer-specific encryption key that prevent them to be integrated in a common kit Contact your distributor. Other incident:
o Please contact your distributor. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 51 Index table Introduction : Thank you for choosing APPI-Com ! .......................................................................................... 1 Kit composition ................................................................................................................................................. 2 Usage recommendations .................................................................................................................................. 2 Safety recommendations ............................................................................................................................. 2 Maintenance advices .................................................................................................................................... 2 Operating principle of the APPI-Com kit .......................................................................................................... 2 Using the product ............................................................................................................................................. 3 Preparing the equipment ............................................................................................................................. 3 Positioning the attachment clip (Non ATEX Version) ................................................................................... 4 Positioning the mini-clip on the rubber ........................................................................................................... 4 Using the rubber cover (mandatory for the ATEX version) .......................................................................... 5 Products label / recommendations (FCC-IC Model for USA/Canada) ......................................................... 5 Usage for three: TRIplex in Talk Mode ....................................................................................................... 6 Start-up ......................................................................................................................................................... 6 Detecting channel occupation ...................................................................................................................... 7 Autonomy extension/ Communication in charging mode ..................................................................... 7 Main screen and Volume control ................................................................................................................. 8 Switching the module off ............................................................................................................................ 8 Sending out a pager signal : alert / call ........................................................................................................ 9 Using the MULTIplex mode ........................................................................................................................... 9 MULTIplex modules special features ..................................................................................................... 10 Operational limits of the MULTIplex mode: ............................................................................................... 10 Using the Listen Mode .............................................................................................................................. 11 Start Up Phase 1: channel selection ............................................................................................................ 11 Getting Started - Phase 2: kit selection .......................................................................................................... 12 Detecting selection of a wrong KIT or Channel number ............................................................................ 12 Main display and volume control ............................................................................................................... 13 Switching the module off ........................................................................................................................... 13 Switching channel or Kit number during operation ................................................................................... 14 Radio reception level ...................................................................................................................................... 14 Connection information ................................................................................................................................. 15 Selecting the operation Mode ........................................................................................................................ 16 Using the Secret Mode ............................................................................................................................ 17 Screens Flowchart ......................................................................................................................................... 18 Using the CALL mode .................................................................................................................................. 19 Receiving a call ........................................................................................................................................... 19 Join the ongoing conversation ................................................................................................................... 19 Lone Worker Protection LWP (Safety Pack Option) ................................................................................. 20 Setting the LWP parameters for the Alert emission .................................................................................. 20 Setting the LWP parameters for Alert reception........................................................................................ 21 Advanced configuration ................................................................................................................................. 22 Quick channel change ................................................................................................................................. 22 Temporary enabling/disabling the LWP function....................................................................................... 22 Activating the ECO mode ............................................................................................................................ 23 APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 52 Setting the microphones (VOX) sensitivity ................................................................................................ 23 Setting the SideTone level .......................................................................................................................... 24 Battery Level ................................................................................................................................................... 24 Charging the battery (Out of the ATEX Zone) ............................................................................................. 24 Using a Bluetooth device (BT Option) ............................................................................................................ 26 Bluetooth configuration menu ................................................................................................................... 26 Add a Bluetooth Headset ........................................................................................................................... 26 Add a communication device ..................................................................................................................... 27 Delete Bluetooth headset .......................................................................................................................... 27 Radio Range .................................................................................................................................................... 28 Operation Incidents ........................................................................................................................................ 28 Configuration software ................................................................................................................................... 29 Configurations objectives .......................................................................................................................... 29 Installing the PC configuration software .................................................................................................... 29 APPI-Com 43 LR Kit configuration Tutorial .............................................................................................. 30 APPI-Com LR: MULTIplex configuration tutorial (more than 3 modules) .................................................. 33 Advance configuration Tutorial ............................................................................................................... 39 Particular case: advanced configuration with a Multiplex module ........................................................ 48 Bluetooth mode configuration ................................................................................................................... 49 Contextual help and cancellation ............................................................................................................... 50 Configuration incidents .............................................................................................................................. 50 Glossary .......................................................................................................................................................... 54 FCC Version (USA / Canada): notified Body #0536 ......................................................................................... 55 Technical specifications of the radio module, model nBS-APC2U-0x/Bx: ................................................ 55 CE Version (Europe) certifified Body (Cofrac) #1-0827 .................................................................................. 56 Technical specifications of the radio module, model nBS-APC2-0x: ........................................................ 56 Technical specifications of the radio module, model nBS-APC2S-0x/Bx: ................................................. 56 Disclaimer: ...................................................................................................................................................... 56 About APPI-Technology .................................................................................................................................. 56 APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 53 Glossary LWP:
Lone Worker Protection: immobility detection. PTT:
Push-To-Talk, button connected to the audio device which activates the microphone. Full-Duplex:
Bidirectional communication where sending and receiving can be performed simultaneously. Kit:
Set of 2 or 3 APPI-Com modules linked together and sharing a common number, between 1 and 4094. Throat microphone:
It is an Audio device that uses throats vibration to pick up the sound. Listen Mode:
Operation mode allowing to Listen only, not talk. Module:
It is an APPI-Com terminal. Talk Mode:
Operation mode allowing to both Talk and Listen to peoples using APPI-Com modules having the same kit number. Secret Mode:
It is an Operation Mode that prevents any module, out of the ones sharing the same kit number, to hear the conversation. ATEX Version:
ATEX : ATmospheres EXplosives Zone 0: permanent presence of explosive gas atmosphere, estimated> 1 000h per year. Zone 1: occasional presence of explosive gas atmosphere, estimated 10h <x <1 000h per year. Zone 2: rare presence of explosive gas atmosphere, estimated <10 hours per year. Zone 20: permanent presence of explosive dust atmosphere, estimated> 1 000h per year. Zone 21: occasional presence of explosive dust atmosphere, estimated 10h <x <1 000h per year. Zone 22: rare presence of explosive dust atmosphere, estimated <10 hours per year Letter G: "Gas" / gaseous environment Letter D: "Dust" / Dusty SyncAll et SafeLine are registered brands or features described in Patents belonging to APPI-technology SAS. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 54 FCC Version (USA / Canada): notified Body #0536 Portable Communication Device Radio Parameters Electromagnetic compatibility Electrical Safety APPI-Com meets the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Ingress Protection (non ATEX version) IP66 according norm EN 60529:2000 (ADETESTS) FCC Part 15 FCC Part 15 EN 60 950-1, ed.2:2006 +A1:2010 +A11:2009 +A12:2011 +A2:2014 +Opr.1:2012 Technical specifications of the radio module, model nBS-APC2U-0x/Bx:
Number of Audio channels : 16 Modulation type: FM Emitted power : <500mW Batteries : Li-Poly 3.7v /rechargeable Free Bands : 902 - 928 MHz FHSS Line of sight range >2000m (LR channel, 2dBi antenna) Audio encryption: enhanced D.C.M. Temperature usage range : -20C/+50C Autonomy : 8 to10h (Talk mode) Recharge time : 2h (wall plug) Dimensions (HxWxD) : 914815 mm DSP Based Noise Cancelling function Weight 80 g / 3 Oz SAR : 1.1 to 1.24W/Kg (depends on version) Bluetooth version (Option):
Internal module WT32i, Class 2 FCC:
Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by APPI-TECHNOLOGY may cause, harmful interference and void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference's by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device must be professionally installed This portable equipment with its antenna complies with FCCs radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance, follow the instructions below:
1. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 2. Avoid direct contact to the antenna, or keep contact to a minimum while using this equipment. IC:
This device complies with Industry Canadas licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 55 CE Version (Europe) certifified Body (Cofrac) #1-0827 Portable Communication Device Radio Parameters Electromagnetic compatibility Electrical Safety APPI-Com meets the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Ingress Protection (non ATEX version) Class I: no restriction ETSI EN 300 220-1&2 V3.1.1 :2017 ETSI EN 301 489-1 & ETSI EN 301 489-3 IP66 according norm EN 60529:2000 (ADETESTS) EN 60 950-1, ed.2:2006 +A1:2010 +A11:2009 +A12:2011 +A2:2014 +Opr.1:2012 Technical specifications of the radio module, model nBS-APC2-0x:
Number of Audio channels : 16 Modulation type: FM Emitted power : <500mW Batteries : Li-Poly 3.7v /rechargeable Free Bands : 863868.6/869-870 MHz Line of sight range >2000m (LR channel, 2dBi antenna) Audio encryption: enhanced D.C.M. Temperature usage range : -20C/+50C Autonomy : 8 to10h (Talk mode) Recharge time : 2h (wall plug) Dimensions (HxWxD) : 914815 mm DSP Based Noise Cancelling function Weight 80 g / 3 Oz Internal module WT32i, Class 2 ATEX certification (for ATEX version only) ATEX Certification Bluetooth version (Option):
CE Usage Temperature limits Ingress Protection Index Compliance declaration:
II 3G/D Eex is T6 IP67 APPI-Com model BS-APC-Ax NF-EN-60079-0 / 2006 - NF-EN-60079-11 / 2011
-10C / +60C IP67 per EN 60529: 2000 - ADETESTS (EMITECH Group) File n 0552/0189/0278 C.E.I.P. International. Technical specifications of the radio module, model nBS-APC2S-0x/Bx:
Specification difference / CE version:
Singapore Free Radio bands : 920-925MHz 16 Channels : 12 Long Range / 4 Short range A copy of the declarations of Conformity is available through the APPI Customer Service:
Disclaimer:
Please note that the French and the English versions of this manual are the only ones certified by the manufacturer APPI-technology. Any other variant provided by an authorized distributor should not be used as a reference. This disclaimer is not to be translated in any other language. About APPI-Technology By accessing www.appi-technology.com, you can get information about the APPI product line and the APPI-Technology Company, who designs and manufactures the product. Document Part Number: BS_APC2U_DC218A (Version: Feb 2018) APPI Products are designed and manufactured in France APPI-Com V3.0 Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.com 56
frequency | equipment class | purpose | ||
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1 | 2018-11-09 | 902.184 ~ 927.829 | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment |
2 | 2016-07-19 | 902.184 ~ 927.829 | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter | Original Equipment |
app s | Applicant Information | |||||
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1 2 | Effective |
2018-11-09
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1 2 |
2016-07-19
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1 2 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
APPI Technology SAS
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1 2 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0025182684
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1 2 | Physical Address |
443, Avenue Jean Prouve
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1 2 |
NIMES, N/A 30900
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1 2 |
France
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app s | TCB Information | |||||
1 2 | TCB Application Email Address |
T******@TIMCOENGR.COM
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1 2 |
t******@timcoengr.com
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1 2 | TCB Scope |
A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques
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app s | FCC ID | |||||
1 2 | Grantee Code |
2AG7H
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1 2 | Equipment Product Code |
BSAPC2U01
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app s | Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact | |||||
1 2 | Name |
D****** M**** C********
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1 2 | Title |
CEO
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1 2 | Telephone Number |
+3397********
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1 2 | Fax Number |
+3397********
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1 2 |
d******@bodysens.com
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app s | Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
app s | Non Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
app s | Confidentiality (long or short term) | |||||
1 2 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
1 2 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
1 2 | Yes | |||||
1 2 | If so, specify the short-term confidentiality release date (MM/DD/YYYY format) | 01/15/2017 | ||||
if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
1 2 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 | Equipment Class | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter | ||||
1 2 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | Handsfree communication kit | ||||
1 2 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
1 2 | Purpose / Application is for | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment | ||||
1 2 | Original Equipment | |||||
1 2 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | Yes | ||||
1 2 | Grant Comments | Power listed is conducted. SAR compliance has been evaluated as described in this filing. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures or as described in this filing. The highest reported SAR value is 1.54W/kg. Class II Permissive Change: Adding antennas to accessory portfolio. | ||||
1 2 | Power listed is conducted. SAR compliance has been evaluated as described in this filing. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures or as described in this filing. The highest reported SAR value is 1.54W/kg. | |||||
1 2 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
app s | Test Firm Name and Contact Information | |||||
1 2 | Firm Name |
EMITECH Montpellier
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1 2 | Name |
O**** H****
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1 2 | Telephone Number |
33-4-********
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1 2 | Fax Number |
33-4-********
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1 2 |
o******@emitech.fr
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Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 | 15C | 902.18400000 | 927.82900000 | 0.4100000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 1 | 15C | 902.18400000 | 927.82900000 | 0.7100000 |
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