Quantum5x Systems QT5000 QT-5000 Module User Manual

Quantum5x Systems Inc. QT-5000 Module

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QT-5000 Module & Remote Control Audio System Rev: 6 Description This document describes the use of the QT-5000 transmitter module and Remote Control Audio System (RCAS). History Rev 1 Original Rev 2 Updates Rev 3 Added information about QT-5000 LED colours and blink patterns. Rev 4 Update Software section Rev 4.1 Added Technical detail for 802.15.4 Rev 5 Updated to Windows 7. Added any related changes. Rev 6 Added Mounting Instructions
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 2 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Table of Contents Description .................................................................................................................................................... 1 History ........................................................................................................................................................... 1 Information to User ...................................................................................................................................... 3 Certification................................................................................................................................................... 3 Module Intergation into End Products ......................................................................................................... 3 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 4 Module mounting instruction ...................................................................................................................... 6 The QT-5000 Transmitter .............................................................................................................................. 9 Out-of-the-Box Setup ................................................................................................................................ 9 Using the Reset Key after Charge.............................................................................................................. 9 Charge LED Colour..................................................................................................................................... 9 Status LED ............................................................................................................................................... 10 Status LED Colour ................................................................................................................................ 10 Status LED Blink Patterns .................................................................................................................... 10 MicControl Software ................................................................................................................................... 11 Gateway Manager ................................................................................................................................... 11 Adding Gateways ................................................................................................................................ 11 Connecting to the Gateways ............................................................................................................... 13 Configuring the Gateway .................................................................................................................... 14 Session Setup .......................................................................................................................................... 16 Adding a Transmitter to the Session ................................................................................................... 16 Saving a Session .................................................................................................................................. 16 Opening a Session ............................................................................................................................... 16 Transmitter Panel .................................................................................................................................... 17 Tab 1 – Status and Control Tab ........................................................................................................... 18 Tab 2 – Configuration Tab ................................................................................................................... 20 Tab 3 – Miscellaneous Tab .................................................................................................................. 21 Customizing Group Names.................................................................................................................. 23 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................... 24 Specifications ......................................................................................................................................... 26 Technical Data UHF Radio ................................................................................................................... 26 Technical Data 802.15.4 radio ............................................................................................................ 26 Technical Data QT-5000 Module .......................................................................................................... 26 Appendix - Installing the USB Driver ....................................................................................................... 27
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 3 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 FCC Notices: Information to users: 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. 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 by one or more of the following measures: — Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the separation between the equipment and 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. Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Quantum5X Systems Inc, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Warning: This device has been designed to operate with the permanently attached wire antennas to the PCB for the UHF and the 802.15.4 Radios, both having a maximum gain of 3 dBi. Replacing or modifying these antennas is strictly prohibited. IMPORTANT: Final product(s) after integration with this module shall be tested to comply with all applicable FCC requirements and Unintentional radiators (FCC section 15.107 & 15.109) before declaring compliance to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Labeling of the End Products: Following permanent label shall be applied on all final procducts after module integration.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 4 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 RF Exposure Compliance: This module is a low-power device and complies with applicable RF exposure requirements as a mobile device. For portable application, it is limited only to the specified host (tap shoe) configurations as shown below as acceptable and approved with this filing. Figure 1 -High Heel Antenna Spacing Figure 2 - Low Heel Antenna Spacing RF Exposure Warning: The applicant hereby affirms that installation of this module will only be performed on shoe models that have a minimum 10 mm separation distance from the outside surface/antenna of the module to the closest surface of the foot. The module integrator must: 1) Ensure that the QT-5000 module antenna is mounted in such a way that the minimum spacing of 10 mm is maintained between the antenna and the wearer at all times. 2) Ensure that the minimum spacing between the wearer and the module antenna must be in free space or non-metallic material.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 5 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 The module integrator may not: 1) Alter, modify or remove the module case. 2) Make changes to the Circuit Card Assembly of the module. 3) Remove, change or alter the integrated UHF antenna or the 802.15.4 antenna. Failure to comply with these restrictions will result in violation of the FCC certification. Introduction The RCAS consists of the three main components: QT-5000 Module MicControl Software Ethernet Gateway
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 6 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Module Integration into Host End Products The QT-5000 Module Transmitter has been designed by Quantum5X Systems Inc. to be used exclusively by Quantum5X as a building block for their wireless audio transmitter products. The module, as designed, is a standalone unit that is ready for integration into final form factor with the limitation for portable use as specified in RF Exposure compliance. For proper usage of the module, the module integrator must ensure that the input power and input audio signal do not exceed the specified limits as outlined in the specification section. Failure to do so will result in damage to the module. QT-5000ModuleMounting Mounting of the QT-5000 module must provide a solid, reliable, mechanical connection between the module and the tap shoe. If the QT-5000 module is not securely fastened to the tap shoe, it may become separated from the shoe during dancing and could cause harm to the wearer, the audience member or the module. Below are two sets of instruction for mounting to two different styles of shoes: high heel and a low heel style of shoe. In each case, it is important to maintain the minimum 10 mm antenna spacing of the module from the wearer. High Heel Tap Shoe The tap shoe first needs to be modified to allow the QT-5000 module to be fastened to the shoe. Figure 3 - Mounting Holes Drilled into Four holes are drilled into the sole of the shoe, and up through the foot bed. Figure 4 - T-Nuts installed into sole
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 7 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 The T-nuts provide a threaded insert for the transmitter pod to screw into. The insole is pulled back from the foot bed and the T-nuts are flush mounted into the foot bed from the top side of the shoe. Figure 5 - Transmitter Pod attached to Shoe The transmitter pod is held in place by four #4 bolts that are screwed into the T-nuts, which are mounted into the sole of the shoe. It is very important to ensure the correct length of the screws used so that the screw does not protrude above the foot bed of the shoe. Low Heel Tap Shoe In order to mount the transmitter module to the low heel tap shoe, the heel must first be modified. It is recommended that the heel of the tap shoe be modified by a professional shoe maker to ensure the modification is done in the correct manner. Figure 6 - Heel Cavity The heel of the tap shoe needs to be modified to allow for the transmitters module to slide into the opening. The opening needs to be 58.4 mm X 36.75 mm X 15.3 mm.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 8 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Figure 7 - Module inserted into Heel The opening needs to large enough to allow the transmitter to slide into the opening without friction. If the opening is too tight pressure can be transferred onto the transmitter during dancing and could damage the module. Figure 8 – Transmitter mounting The QT-5000 module is then securely mounted to the transmitter with two 1” long #4 screws.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 9 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 TheQT-5000Transmitter Out-of-the-Box Setup Ensure the QT-5000 is sufficiently charged by immediately inserting the charger. Using the Reset Key after Charge Earlier hardware revisions of the QT-5000 had an issue where the unit would occasionally need to be reset after being connected to a charger. It is recommended that each time the charger is disconnected from the QT-5000, the Reset Key (which is attached to the cable of the charger) should be inserted into the charge port, held for 1 second, and then removed. After the Reset Key is removed, the Status LED will blink green 3 times. Charge LED Colour When connected to a charger, the colour of the Charge LED will indicate the progress of the charging cycle. The LED is located on the front of the transmitter. Note: After the LED changes from Amber to Green, it is recommended it be charged for 15 more minutes while the trickle charge completes. GREEN – The battery is charged and ready for use. AMBER – The battery level low, but can be used for short term use, such as setup or quick audio tests. RED – The battery level is unusable and must be charged.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 10 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Status LED The Status LED indicates both the battery’s charge level and whether the transmitter is in ON mode (transmitting audio) or in Standby mode (not transmitting audio). Status LED Colour The colour of the Status LED indicates the battery’s charge level. Note: The meaning of the Status LED’s colour is slightly different than the Charge LED’s colour. See the following: . Status LED Blink Patterns The blink pattern of the Status LED indicates the mode of the QT-5000. STANDBY Mode (no audio) – The LED is off for 2.5 seconds and on for ¼ of a second, and repeats. ON Mode (transmitting audio) – The LED is on for 2.5 seconds and off for ¼ of a second, and repeats. GREEN – The battery level is over 50%. AMBER – The battery level is less than 50%. RED – The battery level is unusable and must be charged. 2.5 sec ¼ sec Off On 2.5 sec ¼ sec Off On 2.5 sec Off 2.5 sec ¼ sec On Off 2.5 sec ¼ sec On Off 2.5 sec On
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 11 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 MicControlSoftware Gateway Manager All Gateway management (adding, deleting, configuring) is performed from the Gateway Manager window. Adding Gateways Note: To add or delete gateways, the software must be disconnected from all gateways. 1. Click Add, to add a gateway. Network Gateway If adding a Network Gateway, select “Ethernet” and enter the gateway’s IP address. Click “OK”.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 12 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Finding a Gateway To find a gateway on the net, click the “Find” button and follow the instructions. Setting the IP Address of a Gateway If the IP address of the gateway(s) on the network needs to be configured, click the “Find” button. The following tool will appear to determine the IP address. USB Gateways 1. If adding a USB Gateway, select “USB” and select the COM port of the gateway. 2. Click “OK”. Note: The name of the gateway’s COM port will be “USB Serial Port”. If the USB Gateway does not appear in the list, see the Troubleshooting section on how to diagnose the issue. IMPORTANT: The COM port must be in the range of COM1 to COM16. If the COM port is above COM16, see the troubleshooting section to change it to a lower COM port.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 13 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Connecting to the Gateways To start the communications to the Gateways, from the Gateway Manager window, click the “Connect” button.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 14 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Configuring the Gateway To configure the Gateway, from the in the Gateway Manager, select the Gateway to be configured, then click on the “Config” button. Note: The Gateway must be connected before trying to Configure the Gateway.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 15 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 The following window will appear. Name This is the friendly name of the Gateway. RF Modem Channel The RF Modem Channel is the 2.4 GHz telemetry channel that the Gateway uses to communicate to the Transmitters. Note: The 2.4 GHz spectrum used occupies the same bandwidth as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and other unlicensed ISM devices. In most environments, channel 16 is the clearest channel. Enable LCD Backlight This parameter will enable/disable the backlight of the Gateway. Enable Ethernet Timeout (Network Gateway only) In the rare case that the software or gateway loses connection, the Gateway will automatically disconnect after a period of “silence” from the software. The software is designed to send communication at regular intervals to let the Gateway know that it is still active. Check this checkbox to enable this feature. Ethernet Timeout (Network Gateway only) This is the period of time (in seconds) of silence from the software that the Gateway waits before disconnecting. Txr Visible Exp Time Each Gateway keeps a list of all the transmitters that it receives heartbeats from. The Transmitter Visible Expiry Time parameter is the amount of time (in seconds) that elapses before the Gateway removes the transmitter from the Visible List.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 16 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Session Setup Adding a Transmitter to the Session 1. To add transmitters to the session: • From the “Transmitter” menu, select “Add…”. • Or, click the Add Transmitter button from the toolbar. • Or, type Ctrl+T. 2. Type the serial numbers of the transmitters to be added. Several transmitters can be added at once as seen below. 3. Click OK to add the transmitters to the session. Saving a Session After adding the desired transmitters, the list can be saved as a session and opened at a later time. To save the session: • From the File menu, click “Save Session…” • Or, click the Save Session button • Or, type Ctrl+S Opening a Session To open a previously saved session: • From the File menu, click “Open Session…” • Or, click the Open Session button • Or, type Ctrl+O
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 17 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Transmitter Panel Each transmitter has a panel with 3 tabs: • Status & Control • Configuration • Miscellaneous. Tab1 - Status & Control Tab 2 - Configuration Tab 3 - Miscellaneous
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 18 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Tab 1 – Status and Control Tab Heartbeat Indicator Each transmitter sends out a heartbeat approximately every 2.5 seconds that contains all status and configuration information. At the top of the transmitter panel is the heartbeat indicator. Each time a heartbeat is received by the Gateway, the indicator will turn to a bright green. As time passes, the indicator will fade to black. When another heartbeat is received, it will return to bright green. At the bottom of the transmitter panel, a timestamp displays the time of the last received heartbeat. Power Status and Control The following panel contains the power control buttons and status. Power On Power Off Underneath the power buttons is the current power state. Indicates that the command to change the power state has been sent and that the software is waiting for a response. Battery Indicator The battery indicator displays the current state of the battery. 4.100 V = 100% 3.300 V = 0% When the transmitter is plugged into a charger, the status will display “Charging…” underneath the battery voltage.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 19 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Mute Control The following panel contains the mute control buttons and status. Mute On Mute Off Indicates that the command to change the mute state has been sent and that the software is waiting for a response. Set Transmitter Name To simplify the identification of a transmitter, an alias or name can be attached to the transmitter in the session. When the name is not set, the title bar of the transmitter panel will display “TXR” and the serial number, for example “TXR 2267”. To set the Transmitter’s name, press the “Set Txr Name” button and enter the “friendly” name of the transmitter. The new name will now be displayed with the serial number in brackets.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 20 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Tab 2 – Configuration Tab Configuration Tab Tab 2 contains most of the configurable settings of the transmitter. To edit any of settings, one must first put the panel into Edit mode by pressing the Edit button. Once it is in Edit mode, the button will turn pink. Each parameter has a “set” button to the right (indicated by a ‘>’). After the desired value is entered, press the “set” button to send the value to the transmitter. Frequency This parameter is the frequency that the audio transmits on. Range: 600.000 to 700.000 MHz Step: 25 kHz. Group The transmitters can be powered on and off in groups, making it simpler to control batches of transmitters. A transmitter can be set to one of 31 groups. To set the group names, see the section “Customizing Group Names”. Mic Gain If a microphone is clipping, the Mic Gain can attenuate the gain of the microphone from 0 to -6.5 dB.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 21 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Tab 3 – Miscellaneous Tab Heartbeat Interval/Duration The Heartbeat Interval sets how long a transmitter waits until a heartbeat is sent out. The Heartbeat Duration sets how long a transmitter waits for a reply to a heartbeat from the Gateway/Software. It is recommended that the values be left as the defaults. RF Modem Channel The RF Modem Channel is the 2.4 GHz telemetry channel that the Transmitter(s) use to communicate to the Gateway(s). Note: The 2.4 GHz spectrum used occupies the same band as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and other unlicensed ISM devices. In most environments, channel 16 is the clearest channel. Warning: Exercise caution when changing this parameter – after the channel is changed, the software will not be able to communicate with the Transmitter until the Gateway channel is changed to match. Version Information The hardware and firmware version information of the transmitter is displayed in the transmitter info text box.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 22 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Heartbeat Logging When a heartbeat is received from the transmitter, it contains configuration and status information. This information can be logged for diagnostic and informational purposes. When enabled, the following information is logged to a comma separated value (CSV) file: • Timestamp • Battery Voltage • Power Mode (On/Standby) • Transmitter RSSI • Gateway RSSI To enable logging, click the “Log Heartbeats” checkbox. The serial number, date and time is the default filename. Click Save. Each time a heartbeat is received, the heartbeat information will be stored in the file. To stop logging, uncheck the “Log Heartbeats” checkbox.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 23 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Customizing Group Names The Transmitters can be configured into groups so they can be powered on and off in batches. To customize the Group Names: 1. Open the Group Editor by clicking the Tools menu and selecting “Edit Groups…”. 2. Select the group to change. Edit the name and press “Set”. 3. Click OK when all edits are complete.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 24 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Troubleshooting The USB port does not appear in the Gateway Manager. Verify that the drivers are installed properly. To confirm that the drivers are installed properly, open the Device Manager and locate the installed Gateways (USB Serial Ports). 1. Click the Start menu -> Control Panel 2. Click on “Hardware and Sound”. Click on “Device Manager” below the “Devices and Printers”heading. Note: Depending on the operating system and other Start menu settings, there may be alternate methods of opening the Device Manager.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 25 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 3. Scroll down “Ports (COM & LPT)” section. The Gateways should appear as “USB Serial Port (COMxx). To confirm if the USB Serial Port driver is installed properly, disconnect and reconnect the Gateway. The Gateway should disappear and reappear in the list. 4. If the USB Serial Port does not appear under “Ports (COM & LPT)”, look under “Other Devices” for “USB Serial Port”. If it appears with an exclamation mark, see the Appendix – Installing USB Drivers.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 26 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 The COM port designation is higher than COM16 The MicControl software will only recognize a valid COM port number up to COM16. If the Gateway is configured as a port higher than COM16, follow these instructions to change the COM port number. 1. Locate the USB Serial Port in the Device Manager (see the instructions above on how to locate the USB Serial Port number). 2. Right-click on the USB Serial Port to be changed and select “Properties”. 3. Select the “Port Settings” tab and click the “Advanced” button. 4. In the “COM Port Number” field, select a port from COM2 to COM16. Note: Select a COM port that is not marked as “(in use)”. If none are available, choose one that is the least likely to be active. Click “OK” to the warning that will appear. 5. Click “OK”. 6. Disconnect and reconnect the Gateway. Verify that the COM port was changed. The transmitters are charged and the status light is blinking, but the status heartbeats are not appearing in the software. Ensure that the 2.4 GHz telemetry channel of the transmitter and the gateway match.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 27 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Specifications Technical Data UHF Radio RF Carrier Frequency Range: 614 MHz – 698 MHz Working Range – 500m (line of sight, outdoors for a single system) Note: Actual working range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection and interference RF Power Output: 81.1 mW (max) Antenna impedance: 50 Ω Impedance Technical Data 802.15.4 Radio RF Power Output: 0.7 mW (max) RF Carrier Frequency Range: 2.405 GHz – 2.480 GHz Technical Data QT-5000 Module Power Requirements: 3.7V (4.2V Max) Current Drain: 140 mA Max Input Audio Signal: 1 VRMS Audio Gain Adjustment Range: 0 dB – 14 dB Overall Dimensions: 37mmX12.9mmx57mm (Battery on top of module) Net Weight: 43 g QT-5000 Module Antennas UHF Radio Antenna: Uses a permanently attached wire antenna which is factory installed with max gain of 3 dBi. Manufacturer: Q5X Type: ¼ Wave UHF Wire antenna soldered to the PCB Frequency Range: 614MHz – 698MHz Max Gain (dBi): 3 dBi 802.15.4 Radio Antenna: Uses a permanently attached wire antenna which is factory installed with max gain of 3 dBi Manufacturer: Q5X Type: ¼ Wave 802.15.4 Wire antenna soldered to the PCB Frequency Range: 2.405GHz – 2.480GHz Max Gain (dBi): 3 dBi
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 28 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Appendix - Installing the USB Driver Find the Gateway in the device manager as shown in verify that the drivers are installed properly. Right click on the USB Serial Port and select properties. Select the driver tab. 0 Click on the Update Driver button.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 29 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Select Browse my computer for driver software Browse for the location of the USB drivers. Press next to install the drivers.
QT-5000 & Remote Control Audio System Revision: 6 QT-5000 and RCAS User Manual v6.docx Page 30 of 30 Q5X Systems, Inc. 2012 Press close to complete the installation.

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