HME Clear-Com ARCADIA Series

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Summary

Arcadia Central Station User Guide

1.1 Arcadia Central Station Overview

Overview of the Arcadia Central Station, its features, and capabilities.

2 System Examples

2.1 Arcadia with Freespeak II Wireless - E1

Example setup of Arcadia with FreeSpeak II Wireless using E1 connectivity.

2.2 Arcadia with FreeSpeak II Wireless E1 and Splitter

Configuration example for Arcadia with FreeSpeak II Wireless and a splitter.

2.3 Arcadia with FreeSpeak II and Edge Wireless IP Transceivers

Setup for Arcadia with FreeSpeak II and Edge Wireless IP Transceivers.

2.4 Split Frequency Setup (5, 2.4 and 1.9 GHz System)

Example of a split frequency setup involving multiple wireless bands.

2.5 Arcadia as HelixNet System Host

How to use Arcadia as a host for the HelixNet system.

2.6 Arcadia with FreeSpeak E1 and HelixNet

Configuration example combining FreeSpeak E1 and HelixNet.

3 Installing Arcadia Central Station

3.1 Front Panel Connectors, Controls and Indicators

Details on the connectors, controls, and indicators on the front panel of the Arcadia.

3.2 Front Panel Touchscreens

Information about the touchscreens on the Arcadia's front panel.

3.3 Rear Panel Connectors and Indicators

Details on the connectors and indicators located on the rear panel.

3.4 System Powering

Instructions on how to power the Arcadia Central Station.

3.5 Clear-Com Ethernet Cable Recommendations

Recommendations for Ethernet cables used with Clear-Com systems.

3.6 Stage Announce and Program Feed

How to manage Stage Announce and Program Feed audio.

4 Configuring from the Front Panel

4.2 Setting the Management IP Address

Steps to set the management IP address for the Arcadia Central Station.

4.3 Passwords, Addresses, Reset to Default, Save and Restore Configuration

Managing passwords, addresses, and system configurations.

4.4 Front Panel Menus

Overview of the menu options available on the front panel.

5 The Core Configuration Manager (CCM)

5.2 Accessing and Managing the CCM

Instructions for accessing, logging in, and managing CCM settings like passwords and IP.

5.5 Saving and Restoring System Configuration

Procedures for backing up and restoring system configurations.

5.8 Configuring Station Settings

How to configure various settings for the Arcadia Central Station in the CCM.

5.14 Managing Channels, Groups, and Roles

Managing channels, groups, and roles within the CCM for communication setup.

5.24 Monitoring System Status

How to monitor the status of connected devices and system components.

6 Using FreeSpeak Wireless Intercom

6.2 Connecting Transceivers Over E1

Instructions for connecting FreeSpeak transceivers using E1.

6.3 Adding IP Transceivers (FS Edge, FS II 1.9)

Steps to add FreeSpeak IP transceivers to the system.

6.5 Network Setup for IP Transceivers

Configuring the network setup for IP transceivers.

6.6 Registering Beltpacks (FreeSpeak)

Procedures for registering FreeSpeak beltpacks with the system.

7 Using HelixNet Wired Partyline Intercom

7.3 Connecting HelixNet user stations to the network

How to connect HelixNet user stations to the network.

7.4 Pairing HelixNet user stations to the Base Station

Steps for pairing HelixNet user stations with the base station.

8 Using Dante Systems

8.2 Configuring Dante Connections

Steps for configuring Dante connections and ports.

9 Using 2-Wire Systems

9.1 Introduction to 2-Wire Systems

Introduction to using 2-wire intercom devices.

9.2 Using Stations to Interconnect Equipment

Guidelines for interconnecting 2-wire equipment.

10 Using 4-Wire Systems

10.2 Port Function

How to configure the port function for 4-wire connections.

10.3 Using Stations to Interconnect Equipment

Guidelines for interconnecting 4-wire equipment.

11 Upgrading Firmware

11.2 Upgrading using the CCM

Steps to upgrade firmware via the CCM.

11.3 Upgrading using a USB stick

How to upgrade firmware using a USB stick.

12 Licensing

12.2 Online Activation of Additional Licenses

How to activate additional licenses online.

12.3 Offline Activation of Additional Licenses

How to activate additional licenses offline.

13 Security

13.3 Using Security Certificates

Information on using different types of security certificates.

13.4 Forcing HTTPS

How to force HTTPS for secure connections.

14 Appendix A: Pinouts

14.1 GPIO pinouts

Pinout details for GPIO connectors.

14.2 2-Wire Pinouts

Pinout details for 2-wire XLR connectors.

14.3 4-Wire Pinouts

Pinout details for 4-wire connectors.

15 Appendix B: Specifications

15.1 Arcadia Central Station Specifications

Technical specifications for the Arcadia Central Station.

15.2 Capacity

Details on the system's capacity limits.

17 Appendix D: Front Panel Menu Reference Tables

17.1 Audio Settings

Reference table for front panel audio settings.

17.2 Host Settings

Reference table for front panel host settings.

17.6 Networking

Reference table for networking settings.

17.7 Administration

Reference table for administration settings.

18 Appendix E: Regulatory Compliance

18.1 FCC Notice

FCC compliance information for the device.

18.2 FCC;IC;EC RF Exposure Warning

RF exposure warnings and compliance statements.

18.7 Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Waste

Disposal instructions for WEEE waste.